Multistate Bar Examination Practice Question

The correct answer is that the athlete’s intent to injure can be inferred if the act was intended to cause harm or the athlete was substantially certain harm would occur. Throwing an object in frustration in a crowded area may suggest substantial certainty of injury, even if there was no explicit intent to harm. The question targets the idea of inferred intent, which is a critical principle in cases involving reckless behavior. Answers suggesting physical contact or negligence are incorrect because they either impose a higher threshold of proving explicit contact or overlook the required mens rea for assault—which includes recklessness or intent, not just negligent acts.