An Act That Causes Severe Pain or Suffering, Whether Physical

question 35

Multiple Choice

An act that causes severe pain or suffering, whether physical or psychological, that is intentionally inflicted on a person for such purposes as obtaining a confession or information.

• A) Torture
• B) State anguish
• C) Afflict
• D) Political torts

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Definitions:

Opportunity Cost

The potential benefit that may be obtained from following an alternative course of action.

Nonfinancial Information

Information that is not monetary in nature, such as customer satisfaction, employee turnover, and operational efficiency, used in decision making.

Unprofitable Segment

A division or branch of a company that does not generate profit and may cause a financial drain on the business.

Hurdle Rate

The minimum rate of return on an investment that is required by a manager or investor to proceed with the investment.