A defendant may assert, in the answer, a reason why he or she should not be held liable for the plaintiff's injuries even if the facts, as alleged by the plaintiff, are true. This is called raising a(n)?
A. answer.?
B. ?allegation.
C. ?responsive pleading.
D. ?affirmative defense.
Answer: D
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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A) Not B) Sometimes C) Always D) Only in odd numbered years
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a. Sanctions. b. Adultery. c. Habitual drunkenness. d. Grounds.
A court opinion that applies a case law rule or principle different from that which applies to a client's case may apply as precedent to the client's case when:
A. There is a similarity in language between the common law rules or principles B. There is a similarity in function between the common law rules or principles C. The key facts are identical or nearly identical D. The court opinion is from the same jurisdiction as the client's case E. All of the above F. Answers a and b above G. Answers a, b, and c above