Davis points a gun at Eton, threatening to shoot him if he does not steal from his employer, Freddy's Convenience Store, and give the stolen funds to Davis. Charged with theft, Eton can successfully claim, as a defense

a. nothing.
b. duress.
c. entrapment.
d. self-defense.


b

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A. $19,800 preferred; $12,700 common. B. $6600 preferred; $25,900 common. C. $11,600 preferred; $20,900 common. D. $32,500 preferred; $0 common. E. $0 preferred; $32,500 common.

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Insiders revealed that the high levels of lead present in the products have proven to be fatal for many of the animals used in the laboratories. Radiance is likely to be inspected for suspected criminal violations of the ________. A) Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act B) Consumer Product Safety Act C) Health Care Reform Act D) Federal Trade Commission Act

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Suggestions for surviving bankruptcy include all of the following except:

A. file only after cash runs out. B. focus efforts on preparing a realistic reorganization plan. C. understand how protection against creditors works. D. maintain good records.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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