Which of the following statements best describes the tort appropriation of name or likeness?
A) Using someone's name or photo, usually in an advertisement, without his or her permission
B) Intentionally publishing something that puts another in an unfavorable or untruthful light, though it is true
C) Intentionally intruding into a space someone has a right to consider private
D) Widely disseminating information about someone which, though true, is highly private and need not be publicized

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Using someone's name or photo, usually in an advertisement, without his or her permission is the tort appropriation of name or likeness. The name or photo may be used with permission, but not if permission has not been provided.

Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Tort Appropriation