Richard Was Shopping in a Sporting Goods Store When He

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Richard was shopping in a sporting goods store when he was approached by a security guard who told him he was suspected of shoplifting.The security guard then told Richard he had to accompany him to an office at the back of the store.Richard had stolen nothing but felt compelled to comply with the security guard's request.Which of the following statements is correct?

• A) The security guard has committed the tort of defamation.
• B) Richard cannot sue for false imprisonment because he voluntarily complied with the security guard's request.
• C) Richard cannot sue for false imprisonment because he was not physically restrained by the security guard.
• D) Richard may still sue for false imprisonment because he was coerced into complying with the security guard's request.

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