Punitive Damages Are Generally Not Awarded in an Action for Breach

question 54

True/False

Punitive damages are generally not awarded in an action for breach of contract.

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Definitions:

Nonpolar Covalent

A type of chemical bond where two atoms share a pair of electrons with each other equally.

Polar Covalent

A type of chemical bond where electrons are unequally shared between atoms, resulting in a molecule with an unequal distribution of charge.

Ionic Bond

Chemical bond that is formed when one atom loses an electron and another accepts that electron.

Inorganic Chemists

Scientists who specialize in the study of inorganic compounds, including metals, minerals, and organometallics.