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Davis Throws a Dagger at Smith,intending to Kill Smith

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Davis throws a dagger at Smith,intending to kill Smith.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?


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