Which of the Following Is True Regarding the Tort of Assault

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding the tort of assault?

• A) Actual physical contact is required in order to recover.
• B) Actual physical contact is unnecessary in order to recover.
• C) Threats of future harm are actionable.
• D) The plaintiff must be of a smaller stature than the defendant.
• E) The defendant must cause some type of permanent injury in order to be held liable.

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