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

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Duress is the use of threats or coercion to force someone to do something against their will. Joe threatening to smash Harry's car if he doesn't sell it to him is an example of duress. The other options do not involve threats or coercion.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Duress