Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A) Nominal damages are generally only available for the tort of negligence.
• B) Nominal damages are always awarded in addition to compensatory damages.
• C) The phrase "nominal damages" refers to any type of damages that have a name.
• D) Nominal damages are generally only available for torts that are actionable per se.
• E) Nominal damages are intended to punish the tortfeasor.

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Definitions:

Activity Base

This term is associated with cost accounting and refers to a measure of activity that is used as a basis for allocating costs to cost objects.

Number of Miles

The number of miles refers to the total distance measured in miles, often used in contexts such as travel, transportation, and delivery services.

Controllable Revenues

Income over which a business or manager has direct control, often affected by decisions on pricing and marketing.

Profit Centers

Parts of an organization that directly add to its profit through their activities, treated as separate entities for financial management purposes.