Miller gave the keys to his apartment to his friend Jack so Jack could sleep after a late-night study session.When Jack walked in,Miller's roommate,Sam,was standing behind the door in the dark,holding a baseball bat over his head.Jack flicked on the light and Sam saw it was Jack,so he lowered the bat before Jack noticed him.In this case:

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In this scenario, Sam did not commit assault because he did not carry out any action that would cause Jack to fear immediate harm, especially since he lowered the bat before Jack noticed him. Miller also did not commit any act that would constitute assault, as he simply gave his friend keys to the apartment without any intention of causing harm or fear.

Miller Gave the Keys to His Apartment to His Friend