A Defendant Uses A[n] ________ When Her or His Answer

question 31

Multiple Choice

A defendant uses a[n] ________ when her or his answer admits that the facts contained in the complaint are accurate but also includes additional facts that justify the defendant's actions and provide a legally sound reason to deny relief to the plaintiff.

• A) Secondary answer
• B) Pleading defense
• C) Affirmative defense
• D) Formal answer
• E) Personam answer

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