Which Statement Best Describes the Relationship Between Tort Law and Criminal

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes the relationship between tort law and criminal law?

• A) Legal consequences may arise under either criminal or tort law,but not both.
• B) Legal consequences can arise under criminal and tort law from the same event.
• C) A tort is a public wrong whereas a crime is a private wrong.
• D) Anyone committing a tortious act commits an offence under the Criminal Code.

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Definitions:

Preterm Deliveries

Births that occur before the completion of 37 weeks of pregnancy, potentially leading to health issues for the newborn.

Cesarean Deliveries

A surgical procedure used to deliver a baby through incisions in the abdomen and uterus.

Postmature Babies

Infants born after the normal gestation period, typically considered to be more than 42 weeks, possibly leading to certain health risks.

Brain Damage

A physical injury or dysfunction of the brain that can result from accidents, medical conditions, or other causes, leading to cognitive, physical, or emotional impairments.