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Factual error after publishing

A reader points out that your widely shared article has a wrong tax rate. The article already has many backlinks. What is the most professional response?

A.Correct the fact quickly, add a visible dated correction note, thank the reader, and update any social posts or emails that used the wrong numberB.Quietly change the number and say nothingC.Delete the article to avoid embarrassmentD.Leave it, because most readers will not notice

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