'Which of the Following Acts Would Not Constitute the Tort

question 32

Multiple Choice

'Which of the following acts would not constitute the tort of battery?

• A)Grabbing a stranger on the street and planting a wet, sloppy kiss on their cheek.
• B)Randomly giving a bear hug to a parking inspector.
• C)Slapping the face of a work colleague.
• D)Grabbing a person's arm to stop them falling from a precipice.

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Definitions:

Widowhood

The state of having lost one's spouse through death, which can have significant psychological, social, and financial impacts.

Social Class

A division of a society based on social and economic status, influencing individuals' lifestyles, education opportunities, and occupational prospects.

Fearing Divorce

The apprehension or anxiety about the potential dissolution of a marriage, which can influence individuals' decisions and relationships.

Never-married Mothers

Mothers who have children but have never been married.