Which of the Following Occurs When a Party Threatens to File

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following occurs when a party threatens to file a nonfrivolous civil lawsuit unless consent is given to the terms of a contract by another party?

• A) Duress
• B) Undue influence
• C) Durable fraud
• D) Criminal influence
• E) None of these

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