Introductory Business Law CLEP Prep Practice Exam

What type of torts constitute an intentional act?

1. Intentional Torts

2. Accidental Torts

3. Negligent Torts

4. Strict Liability Torts

The correct answer is: Intentional Torts

Intentional torts are a category of torts where the defendant's actions were done with the specific intent to cause harm or injury to another person. These types of torts require the element of intent to be present. Option B, accidental torts, would be incorrect because it implies that the harm or injury caused was unintentional. Option C, negligent torts, would also be incorrect because though there may be harm or injury caused, it was not done intentionally but rather due to a lack of care or failure to take reasonable precautions. Option D, strict liability torts, are also not considered intentional torts because they do not require the element of intent. These types of torts hold the defendant liable regardless of whether or not there was intent to cause harm. Therefore, the correct and most specific answer is option A, intentional torts.