What constitutes slander?

Slander refers specifically to making false spoken statements about someone that can damage their reputation. The key aspect that defines slander is the oral nature of the communication, as opposed to libel, which involves written statements. In this context, it is important to focus on the intent and impact of the false statement. For it to be classified as slander, the statement must be untrue and communicated verbally to others, leading to potential harm to the individual's reputation.

The other potential options, while they might involve elements of defamation or misleading information, do not accurately capture the key characteristic that distinguishes slander. Written lies, for instance, are classified as libel and not slander. Truthful information presented inaccurately does not constitute slander, as slander specifically involves falsehoods. Misleading advertisements fall under a different category related to consumer protection laws and marketing ethics, rather than personal defamation.