Nelson borrowed a computer,free of charge,from Compu-Rent Inc.After Nelson became insolvent,a receiver took control of everything that she found on Nelson's premises,including the computer.Compu-Rent has demanded possession of the computer,but the receiver has refused.Compu-Rent therefore claims that the receiver has committed a tort.Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A) The receiver is not liable for conversion unless she claims that she personally owns the computer.
B) The receiver committed the tort of conversion as soon as she touched the computer.
C) If the receiver has committed the tort of conversion against the computer,it will likely be treated as if she had purchased the thing.
D) If Compu-Rent sues for the tort of trespass to chattels,a judge will almost certainly order the receiver to return the computer to the plaintiff.
E) If Compu-Rent asks for a right of recaption,the court will order the receiver to return the computer to the plaintiff.
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