Which of the Following Scenarios Constitutes the Tort of Assault

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following scenarios constitutes the tort of assault?

• A)Jasper threatens to shoot Rupert with a toy gun.Rupert doesn't know that the gun is a toy.
• B)Jasper raises his fist at Rupert and says, 'If I was a violent man I would punch you in the face.'
• C)Jasper points a shotgun at Rupert from outside his closed window.Rupert knows the window is bulletproof glass and he is in no danger.
• D)Jasper threatens to stab Rupert with a knife.Rupert knows that the knife is made of rubber.

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Definitions:

Bystander Effect

In social psychology, this refers to the occurrence where people are less inclined to provide aid to someone in distress if there are others present.

Social Loafing

The tendency for individuals to exert less effort when working in a group than when working alone.

Illusory Correlation

Illusory correlation is the cognitive bias of perceiving a relationship between variables, typically events or behaviors, even when no such relationship exists.

Censoring Dissent

The act of suppressing opinions that are contrary to those of the majority or in power, often seen in political, social, or cultural contexts.