Question

James threatens to hit Kenneth on the head with a baseball bat unless Kenneth signs a contract agreeing to pay James $900 for a motor. If, because of the threat, Kenneth signs the contract:a. the contract is voidable at Kenneth's option.b. James has committed physical duress against Kenneth.c. this is an example of economic duress.d. All of the above.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is (b)

Explanation:

James has threatened to hit Kenneth to force her to sign a contract. This is an example of improper conduct which consisted of physical violence. In that regard, James has committed physical duress against Kenneth, and Physical duress is a type of physical threat that could harm an individual. In the court of law, if physical duress is proven, it can terminate the whole contract.