Gerard works for a weekly magazine in the state of California.He is held responsible for publishing an article that falsely accuses the governor of the state.In this case,Gerard is most likely to be accused of ______.
A) libel
B) battery
C) slander
D) larceny
E) embezzlement

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In this case, Gerard is most likely to be accused of libel. Libel cases compensate individuals for harm inflicted by defamatory printed falsehoods.

Gerard Works for a Weekly Magazine in the State of California.He