Without Research Data Corporation's consent, Sia hacks into the firm's computers and downloads trade secrets and other confidential information. Most likely, Sia is liable for the tort of

A) trespass to land.
B) conversion.
C) appropriation.
D) battery.

Trade Secrets

Trade secrets consist of practices, designs, formulas, processes, or information that are not generally known and that provide a business with an economic advantage over competitors.

Trespass

an unlawful act of entering someone's property without permission or exceeding the scope of permission granted.

Appropriation

The act of setting aside funds for a specific purpose or the unauthorized use of someone's else creative or intellectual property.