Jacob Calls Nick on the Telephone and Threatens to Come

question 36

Multiple Choice

Jacob calls Nick on the telephone and threatens to come over and break his nose. Which of the following is true?

• A) Jacob's conduct constitutes a battery.
• B) Jacob's conduct constitutes an assault.
• C) Jacob's conduct constitutes both a battery and an assault.
• D) Jacob's conduct does not constitute an assault because there is no risk of immediate bodily harm.
• E) Jacob's conduct does not constitute an assault because there was no physical contact.

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Definitions:

Cartilage

Flexible connective tissue found in various parts of the body, including the joints, ear, nose, and rib cage.

Matrix

The intercellular substance or framework within a tissue or an organism, providing support and regulating behavior of the cells.

Ligaments

Fibrous connective tissues that connect bones to other bones, contributing to joint stability.

Perichondrium

A dense layer of connective tissue that envelopes cartilage, providing nutrients and aiding in growth.