In order for a defendant to be guilty of battery, not only must he or she intend to cause harmful or offensive touching, but he or she must

A. threaten the victim.
B. intentionally scare the victim.
C. actually cause such a result to the victim.
D. annoy the victim.


Answer: C

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a. True b. False

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