Which of the following is false about the recovery of punitive damages in connection with contracts?
A) They are awarded to punish the defendant.
B) They are awarded to deter the defendant from similar conduct in the future.
C) They are awarded as a substitution for compensatory damages.
D) They are awarded to set an example for others.
E) They are awarded as a substitute for compensatory damages.

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Punitive damages are not awarded as a substitution for compensatory damages, but rather in addition to compensatory damages. Punitive damages are meant to punish the defendant and deter future similar conduct, as well as set an example for others.

Which of the Following Is False About the Recovery of Punitive