A Defendant May Assert, in the Answer, a Reason Why

question 180

Multiple Choice

A defendant may assert, in the answer, a reason why he or she should not be held liable for the plaintiff's injuries even if the facts, as alleged by the plaintiff, are true. This is called raising a(n)

• A) answer.
• B) allegation.
• C) responsive pleading.
• D) affirmative defense.

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