Bridget Borrowed a Book from Stefano

question 7

Multiple Choice

Bridget borrowed a book from Stefano. She later refused to return it to him when he asked. Which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A) If Stefano sues for the tort of conversion, he will succeed only if Bridget claimed to be the true owner of the book.
• B) If Stefano sues for the tort of detinue, the court may simply order Bridget to pay damages equal to the value of the book.
• C) If Stefano wants to get the book back, he should sue for the tort of recaption.
• D) If Stefano sues Bridget for both conversion and detinue, he may be entitled to receive compensatory damages representing twice the book's value.
• E) If Stefano sues for the tort of detinue, he will receive damages only if Bridget damaged the book in some way.

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