A written instrument attached as an exhibit would most likely support which type of claim?

• A. A breach of contract claim
• B. A personal injury claim
• C. A defamation claim
• D. A patent claim

Answer: (A)

A written instrument attached as an exhibit is classic proof of a contract because it is the document that creates the binding obligations between the parties. For a breach of contract claim, you need to show that a contract existed, its terms, and that one party failed to perform as required. The exhibit provides the exact terms and duties, making it the strongest basis to establish both the existence of the agreement and what constitutes a breach. Personal injury centers on harm caused by an act or negligence, defamation rests on false statements harming a person’s reputation, and patent claims depend on the scope and validity of a patent, not simply on a generic written instrument. Thus, the exhibit most directly supports a breach of contract claim.