Which of the following statements is TRUE with respect to the comparison between a tort and a contract?
A) Both a tort and a contract always involve the breach of a civil obligation that gives rise to an award of damages.
B) Although the same set of facts may support both a claim for tort and a claim for breach of contract,the plaintiff cannot sue for both at the same time.
C) From a risk management perspective,tort obligations are often more dangerous than contractual obligations because tort obligations generally are not voluntarily created.
D) Damages look backward in contract,but forward in tort.
E) If the same events involve both a tort and a breach of contract,the plaintiff generally is entitled to collect damages for both equal to double damages.
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