Davis Throws a Dagger at Smith,intending to Kill Him

question 7

Multiple Choice

Davis throws a dagger at Smith,intending to kill him.However,the dagger misses Smith and strikes the hat on Potter's head.The dagger does not make contact with Potter's body.Unharmed but finding the whole thing offensive,Potter sues Davis for battery.Which of the following is most true?

• A)Davis is not liable because he did not intend to make contact with Potter.
• B)Davis is liable to Potter for negligence.
• C)Davis is not liable because Potter did not suffer any physical harm.
• D)Davis is liable to Potter for battery.

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Definitions:

Contract Between Partners

A legal agreement that outlines the rights, responsibilities, and share of profits/losses among partners in a partnership.

Distribution Of Remaining Cash

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Liquidation is the process of selling off a company's assets to pay off its debts and liabilities, typically occurring when a company is insolvent or ceasing operations.

Mutual Agency

A principle of partnership where each partner is both an agent and a principal, legally authorized to make business decisions and transactions that can bind the partnership.