Lora files a suit in Michigan against Ned over the ownership of a boat docked in a Michigan harbor.Lora and Ned are residents of Ohio.Ned could ask for a change of venue on the ground that Ohio
A)has a sufficient stake in the matter.
B)has jurisdiction.
C)has sufficient minimum contacts with the parties.
D)is a more convenient location to hold the trial.

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Ned could ask for a change of venue to Ohio as it is a more convenient location to hold the trial for both parties, who are residents of Ohio. Choice A is incorrect as Ohio's stake in the matter is not relevant to venue. Choice B is incorrect as jurisdiction is not a basis for change of venue. Choice C is incorrect as minimum contacts is a basis for jurisdiction, not venue.

Lora Files a Suit in Michigan Against Ned Over the Ownership