UK Government, the Law and Your Role
Which of the following is an example of a "civil wrong" (tort)?
AMurder or unlawful killing of another person
BTheft or residential burglary involving property
CNegligence that causes injury to another person ✓
DPossession of controlled or prohibited drugs
Explanation
A tort is a civil wrong — something that causes harm to another person for which the harmed party can seek compensation through the civil courts. Negligence, defamation and trespass are examples of torts.
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