The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure allow courts discretion to try a case although the plaintiff’s complaint does not assert a cause of action

Include the chapter numbers (e.g. “Chapter 4”) before the questions.  Spell out your answer completely As “True” or “False”.  

The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure allow courts discretion to try a case although the plaintiff’s complaint does not assert a cause of action.

The defendant has the burden of proving an affirmative defense.

Reasonable reliance on a misrepresentation is an essential element in a cause of action for fraud.

Consent is a complete defense to an action in trespass.

A plaintiff’s mere perception of threat of physical harm is sufficient to establish a cause of action for assault.