Question: Faye and Todd got into an argument at Sharpo s Bar last Saturday night because Todd, an avid University of Wichigan fan, was gloating over

Faye and Todd got into an argument at Sharpos Bar last Saturday night because Todd, an avid University of Wichigan fan, was gloating over the teams national championship football victory. Faye, a loyal Fissouri Tiger fan, was angry that Fizzou did not make the football playoffs despite Wichigans alleged cheating during the regular season. After Todd walked away to order another round of drinks, Faye snuck up behind him and, while he was distracted and looking the other way, hit him in the back of the head with her heavy purse. Todd suffered a concussion due to Fayes actions. Which intentional tort(s) has Faye committed?
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Faye committed assault and battery because Todd could have reasonably suspected that Faye was going to hit him based on their earlier argument.
Faye committed assault, but not battery, as Todd was not in imminent apprehension of an offensive bodily contact because he did not know she was about to hit him.
Faye committed battery, but not assault, as Todd was not in imminent apprehension of an offensive bodily contact because he did not know she was about to hit him.
Faye did not commit any intentional torts in this scenario because she was privileged to hit Todd with her purse.
Faye committed assault and battery because one cannot take place without the other.

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