Which of the following are awarded to deter similar actions and punish a corporation that has exhibited malicious and willful misconduct?

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Punitive damages are awarded to punish a corporation that has exhibited malicious and willful misconduct. They are designed to deter similar actions in the future. Compensatory damages are awarded to compensate the plaintiff for their actual losses or harm suffered. Nominal damages are a small amount of money awarded when the plaintiff has suffered no actual harm. General damages are non-monetary damages that are awarded for losses that are difficult to quantify, such as pain and suffering or emotional distress.

Which of the Following Are Awarded to Deter Similar Actions