Which Term Describes A Civil Wrong That May Lead To A Civil Action?

• A. Treason
• B. Bodily Injury
• C. Tort
• D. Agency

Answer: (C)

A tort is a civil wrong that may lead to a civil action. It refers to a breach of a duty owed to others that causes harm or loss, letting the injured party sue for damages in civil court. Torts cover negligence, intentional harm, and certain strict-liability scenarios. Treason is a crime against the state and is handled in criminal court, not as a civil action. Bodily injury can be a consequence in a tort case, but it isn’t the term for the civil wrong itself. Agency describes a relationship where one person acts on behalf of another, not a civil wrong. For example, if someone runs a red light and injures another person, that act is a tort of negligence, and the injured party may bring a civil action for damages.