Which of the following is an example of duress?
A) Joe, knowing of Harry's financial situation, refuses to sell him his car.
B) Joe refuses to sell Harry his car unless Harry offers him more money.
C) Joe threatens to smash Harry's car if Harry won't sell it to him.
D) Joe counteroffers Harry's original offer.
E) Joe wants to purchase Smith's car from him, and Smith sells it to someone else.

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Duress is the act of threatening someone to do or not do something against their will. In option C, Joe is threatening Harry to make him sell his car, which is an example of duress. The other options don't involve any threat or coercion.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Duress