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Discuss the differences between duress and undue influence.

Duress is any pressure or act of persuasion, short of physical force, that overcomes an individual's judgment and free will

Both duress and undue influence involve pressure and persuasion, but there are key differences between the two. Duress is any type of pressure or act of persuasion that overcomes an individual's free will, but it does not necessarily involve a threat. On the other hand, undue influence specifically involves a threat or act that coerces someone to act against their will. Option B is incorrect because it implies that undue influence is the only type of pressure that can lead to someone acting against their will, when in reality duress can also have this effect. Option C is incorrect because it is a repeat of the definition given in the question. Option D is incorrect because it only mentions a threat as inducement, while undue influence can also involve other methods of persuasion. Option A is the best answer as it accurately captures the essence of duress while also differentiating it from undue influence.

Undue influence is a threat or act that induces another person to perform some act against his or her will

Duress is any pressure or act of persuasion, short of physical force, that overcomes an individual's judgment and free will

Undue influence is defined as a threat or act that induces another person to perform some act against his or her will

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