Which of the following is an example of an affirmative defense:
A) stare decisis
B) in rem jurisdiction
C) self-defense
D) all of the other specific choices are correct
E) none of the other specific choices are correct

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An affirmative defense is a legal argument that a defendant uses as a defense against a plaintiff's claim. Self-defense is an example of an affirmative defense because it is an argument that the defendant acted in a certain way (in this case, using force) in response to a perceived threat or danger. Choices A and B are not affirmative defenses, and choice D is incorrect as it includes all other specific choices, including choices A and B.

Which of the Following Is an Example of an Affirmative