The use of violence is excused when a victim fearing great harm has no choice but to resort to force as a means of self-protection under the:

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The rationale of necessity acknowledges that sometimes the use of force or violence may be necessary in self-defense when there is no other means of avoiding harm, making it a justifiable response. The punitive rationale justifies the use of violence as punishment for committing an offense, and the social rationale justifies violence as a means of maintaining social order, which are not applicable in this scenario. Therefore, the best choice is B.

The Use of Violence Is Excused When a Victim Fearing