Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Tort

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the tort of assault?

• A) Physical contact is the only requirement for a tort of assault.
• B) An attack is considered an assault only if the defendant was provoked to attack a plaintiff.
• C) An attack is not considered an assault if the defendant was provoked to attack a plaintiff.
• D) Actual physical contact between plaintiff and defendant is not necessary.

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