Most Long-Arm Statutes Allow Courts to Obtain Jurisdiction Over Nonresident

question 10

Multiple Choice

Most long-arm statutes allow courts to obtain jurisdiction over nonresident defendants if:

• A)the exercise of jurisdiction does not offend traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice.
• B)the defendant has committed a tort within the state.
• C)Both (a) and (b).
• D)None of the above; courts only have jurisdiction of persons domiciled in that state.

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