Asked by Kathryn Murphy on Jun 24, 2024

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Which of the following occur(s) when one party threatens physical harm to gain consent to a contract?

A) Duress
B) Undue influence
C) Disparagement
D) Criminal influence
E) Duress and disparagement,but not undue influence

Physical Harm

Injury or damage to the body of a person caused by external force or violence.

Duress

A condition where a person performs an act as a result of violence, threat, or other pressure against the person.

Disparagement

A business tort that occurs when a statement is intentionally used to defame a business product or service.

  • Identify and apprehend the legal frameworks of duress and undue influence in the realm of contract law.
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Rohit KumarJun 30, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Duress is a much more visible and active interference with free will than is undue influence.Duress is found when one party was forced into the agreement by the wrongful act of another.An example of duress is when one party threatens physical harm to gain consent to a contract.