Bram Knows That the Pipes in His Building Leak, but He

question 23

Multiple Choice

Bram knows that the pipes in his building leak, but he tells Cassie, a potential buyer, that there are no leaks. Based on this, Cassie buys the building. Bram likely committed

• A) trade libel.
• B) conversion.
• C) fraud.
• D) wrongful interference with a business relationship.

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Definitions:

Dissonance

A state of conflict or inconsistency between a person's beliefs, attitudes, or actions, often leading to discomfort and change.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon in which an individual experiences discomfort or distress from holding two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Opinions

Personal views, beliefs, or judgments that may not be based on fact or knowledge.

Weak Threat

A threat perceived as having little or no power to inflict harm or consequences, often resulting in minimal behavioral change.