Which of the following statements is true about an answer a

Which of the following statements is true about an answer?

a. The plaintiff cannot claim damages once a default judgment is entered against the defendant.

b. A default judgment establishes the plaintiff\'s liability.

c. A defendant\'s answer can assert affirmative defenses.

d. The defendant\'s answer is never revealed to the plaintiff.

Solution

Answer is option \"c\" - defendant\'s answer can assert affirmative defenses.

In law affirmative defense is a set of facts that defeats a claim even if the facts surrounding the claim is true.

Affirmative defense is allowed both in civil cases as well as in criminal procedure. The defendant, without denying the charges, can say in the court that there are additional facts that needs to be considered as a defence. The defendant can also deny the truth of the plaintiff\'s allegations.