Consent, Privilege, Self-Defense and Defense of Others and of Property

question 230

Multiple Choice

Consent, privilege, self-defense and defense of others and of property are all:

• A) examples of proximate causes
• B) major defenses in negligence tort cases
• C) examples of substantial factors
• D) not permissible defenses in assault and battery cases
• E) none of the other choices

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Definitions:

Social Influence

The process by which individuals change their thoughts, feelings, or behaviors as a result of interacting with others, either directly or indirectly.

Research Participants

Participants in research studies who provide data by sharing their reactions or actions.

Conscious Awareness

Pertains to the state of being aware of one's thoughts, feelings, and environment in the present moment.

Automatic Behavior

Actions performed with little to no conscious thought, often due to habits or innate reflexes.