Introductory Business Law CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the difference between a plaintiff and a defendant in a civil case?

The plaintiff files the case while the defendant responds to it
The plaintiff is the opposing party while the defendant is the accused
The plaintiff is the accused while the defendant is the opposing party
The plaintiff requests damages while the defendant defends the case

The correct answer is: The plaintiff files the case while the defendant responds to it

In a civil case, the plaintiff is the party who initiates the legal action by filing a lawsuit. They are responsible for presenting their case and proving that the defendant is legally responsible for the harm or damages incurred. On the other hand, the defendant is the party who is being sued and must respond to the allegations made by the plaintiff. They are responsible for defending themselves and disproving the plaintiff's claims. Option B is incorrect because both parties are considered opposing parties in a civil case. Option C is incorrect because the plaintiff cannot also be the accused, as they are the one bringing forward the lawsuit. Option D is incorrect because while the plaintiff may request damages, it is not their sole responsibility in a civil case. Ultimately, the main difference between a plaintiff and defendant in a civil case is that the plaintiff initiates the legal action while the defendant responds to it.