True or False: According to the doctrine of representations, a statement is invalid even if the applicant believed it to be true.

The statement is false because the doctrine of representations considers the intent and belief of the applicant when assessing the validity of a statement. If an applicant genuinely believes a statement to be true, that belief can defend against claims of misrepresentation, as long as the statement does not pertain to fraudulent intent. This means that an applicant cannot be held liable for a statement that they believed to be accurate—even if it later turns out to be incorrect. Thus, the essence of the doctrine lies in the applicant's belief and the circumstances surrounding the representation rather than strict adherence to an objective truth. It recognizes the complexity of human beliefs and intentions in legal contexts.