Which of the following is true about the identification element of a libel case?
A)The plaintiff must have been identified by name.
B)Identification is determined by the communicator's intent.
C)Identification occurs only when a definite,unmistakable description of the plaintiff is given.
D)Identification occurs whenever members of the audience could reasonably believe that statements referred to the plaintiff.

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Identification occurs whenever members of the audience could reasonably believe that statements referred to the plaintiff. It is not necessary for the plaintiff to be identified by name, nor is it contingent upon the communicator's intent. A definite, unmistakable description of the plaintiff is not always required for identification.

Which of the Following Is True About the Identification Element