What is the defence of fair dealing as it relates to the copying of copyrighted works? Select an answer and submit. For keyboard navigation, use the up/down arrow keys to select an answer. a The reproduction was for private purposes. b The copying of the works was made with proper notice to the copyright holder. The copying of works was for the purposes of private study, research criticism or review. d The copier is only making an additional copy of the material and it has already been paid for