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3. distribute

4. prepare derivative works

6. Liability damages ranging from $30,000 - $150,000

9. the nature of the copyrighted work.

10. the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole

11. the effect of the use upon the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work

15. Adherence to law