Malcolm Was Involved in an Auto Accident

question 24

Multiple Choice

Malcolm was involved in an auto accident.He was judged to be 20 percent at fault in the accident,and the other party was judged to be 80 percent at fault.Malcolm's actual damages were $40,000.Under a pure comparative negligence rule,how much will Malcolm receive for his injuries?

• A)$8,000
• B)$24,000
• C)$32,000
• D)$40,000

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