The time for a defendant to file a responsive pleading begins to run:

A) As soon as the plaintiff files it with the court
B) As soon as the plaintiff finishes drafting the document
C) As soon as the defendant has been properly served
D) None of the above


C) As soon as the defendant has been properly served

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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