____ occurs when someone is "forced" to sign a contract; that is, the contract is made because of a threat that gave no sensible way out.
A) Duress
B) Fraud
C) Discomfort
D) Misrepresentation
E) none of the other choices are correct

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Duress occurs when someone is "forced" to sign a contract due to a threat that gave no sensible way out. This threat could be physical harm, legal action or financial harm, among others. The contract signed under duress may be voidable at the option of the party who was forced to sign it.

____ Occurs When Someone Is "Forced" to Sign a Contract;