As set forth in the case of Beckwith v.Dahl,which of the following is not an element to the tort of intentional interference with the expectation of inheritance?
A) Plaintiff's expectation of receiving an inheritance evidenced by writing.
B) An intentional interference with the expectation by a third party.
C) Proof the interference was wrongful.
D) But for the interference, the plaintiff would have received the inheritance.
E) Damages.

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The court identified five elements to the tort of intentional interference with the expectation of inheritance: (1) an expectation of receiving an inheritance; (2) an intentional interference with the expectation by a third party; (3) the interference was wrongful; (4) but for the interference, the plaintiff would have received the inheritance; and (5) damages.

As Set Forth in the Case of Beckwith V