Arthur Fired a Gun in the Middle of the Desert

question 43

Multiple Choice

Arthur fired a gun in the middle of the desert. He intended to fire the gun, but had no reason to believe anyone else was in the area. The bullet hit Bob, who happened to be riding his ATV across the desert. In this case:

• A) Arthur has committed the tort of assault.
• B) Arthur has committed the tort of battery.
• C) it is unlikely that Arthur has the necessary intent to commit a tort.
• D) Arthur has committed the tort of intentional infliction of emotional distress.

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Definitions:

Labor Income

Earnings from work or employment, including wages, salaries, bonuses, and any other form of payment for labor services.

Budget Constraint

The limitation on the consumption bundles that a consumer can afford based on their income and the prices of goods and services.

Net Demands

The total demand for a product or service minus the supply provided, reflecting the actual market demand not met by current production.

Gross Demands

The total demand for a good or service before accounting for substitutions or complementarity effects.