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In tort law, what is the term for intentionally making false statements that harm someone's reputation?
A. Assault
B. Battery
C. Libel
D. Slander

Slander in tort law refers to intentionally making false spoken statements that harm someone's reputation. Libel refers to written or published false statements.

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