By Holding a Knife to His Back, Ed Compelled Sean

question 16

Multiple Choice

By holding a knife to his back, Ed compelled Sean to sign a contract advantageous to Ed. This contract was entered under:

• A) physical duress.
• B) improper threats.
• C) undue influence.
• D) false representation.

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Definitions:

Legislatures

Elected bodies of government responsible for enacting laws, regulations, and typically consisting of one or two chambers or houses.

Courts

Institutions designated by a legal system to adjudicate disputes, interpret laws, and administer justice.

Secondary Deviance

The process of a person’s self-concept changing after being publicly labeled as deviant, leading to further deviant behavior.

Deviant Identity

The self-conception and social identity of an individual who is seen as deviating from the norms or values of society, often resulting in stigma or social exclusion.