Exception to copyright infringement is provided under "fair use" where a certain amount of copying is permissible for the purpose of study, research and non-profit educational uses, criticism or review, and news reporting.

The following four factors are taken into account when determining whether fair use is applicable:

1. The purpose and character of the use, including whether the use is of a commercial nature or is for non-profit educational purposes;

2. The nature of the work or performance;

3. The amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the whole work or performance; or

4. The effect of the use upon the potential market for, or value of, the work or performance. 


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