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A civil remedy of restitution primarily aims to:

Correct answer: C. Restore a benefit or position wrongfully obtained or altered

  • A. Declare every contract criminally invalid
  • B. Punish the defendant with imprisonment
  • C. Restore a benefit or position wrongfully obtained or altered
  • D. Award damages without considering any loss

Explanation

Restitution focuses on reversing an unjust benefit or restoring the parties, as far as possible, to the proper position. It differs from punishment, and it is not necessarily measured solely by the claimant's proved financial loss.

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