Davis throws a dagger at Smith,intending to kill Smith.However,the dagger misses Smith and strikes the hat on Potter's head.The dagger does not make contact with Potter's body.Unharmed but finding the whole thing offensive,Potter sues Davis for battery.Which of the following is most true?
A) Davis is not liable because he did not intend to make contact with Potter.
B) Davis is liable to Potter for negligence.
C) Davis is not liable because Potter did not suffer any physical harm.
D) Davis is liable to Potter for battery.
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