Mike Gets Angry Because Ben Made a Better Grade on a Test

question 56

Multiple Choice

Mike gets angry because Ben made a better grade on a test than he did.They get into an argument and Mike takes a swing at Ben,intending to hit him.Ben shoves Mike in order to avoid the blow.Which of the following is true regarding Ben's actions?

• A)Ben has committed battery.
• B)Ben has committed both assault and battery.
• C)Ben has not committed assault or battery because he acted in self-defense.
• D)Ben cannot rely on self-defense because he was involved in the argument and,therefore,not completely innocent.
• E)Ben cannot rely upon self-defense because his life was not in danger.

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