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    Question

    Which type of damages is intended to punish the

    defendant for their conduct and deter similar conduct in the future?
    A Compensatory damages Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Nominal damages Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Exemplary damages Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Special damages Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E As the Court may decide in its discretion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Exemplary damages are awarded to punish the defendant for particularly egregious conduct and to deter others from engaging in similar behavior.

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