Which of the following is an example of duress?
A) Joe refuses to sell Harry his car unless Harry offers him more money.
B) Joe, knowing of Harry's financial situation, refuses to sell him his car.
C) Joe counteroffers Harry's original offer.
D) Joe wants to purchase Smith's car from him, and Smith sells it to someone else.
E) Joe threatens to smash Harry's car if Harry won't sell it to him.

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Duress involves coercion or a threat of harm to force someone to act against their will. In option E, Joe's threat to smash Harry's car if he doesn't sell it to him is a clear example of duress, as it involves a threat of physical damage to coerce Harry into selling his car.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Duress