Why Are Punitive Damages Awarded

Multiple Choice

Why are punitive damages awarded?

A) Only to punish the offender.
B) Only to deter others from committing similar offenses.
C) Only to reimburse a plaintiff for his or her losses.
D) To punish the offender and to deter others from committing similar offenses.
E) To punish the offender, to deter others from committing similar offenses, and to reimburse a plaintiff for his or her losses.