The first step the student should take to rectify the situation is to remove the image and make no further reference to it. This action helps to address the infringement by eliminating the use of copyrighted material, regardless of the additional context or justification. After removing it, the student can focus on finding an appropriate image that is either in the public domain, has a Creative Commons license, or is otherwise permissible for use.
Question 16
Scenario-Based Question: If a student inadvertently uses a copyrighted image in a project presentation, what is the first step they should take to rectify the situation?
Apologise in the presentation and continue using the image
Justify the use of the image as educational
Remove the image and make no further reference to it
Replace the image with an appropriate one and update citations
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