Which of the Following Is True Regarding the Concepts of Contributory

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding the concepts of contributory negligence and comparative negligence?

• A) The defense of contributory negligence bars an injured plaintiff from recovering from the defendant in a negligence action.
• B) Under the defense of contributory negligence, a plaintiff who is contributorily negligent for his or her injuries is responsible for a proportional share of the damages.
• C) Under the doctrine of comparative negligence, a plaintiff who is contributorily negligent for his or her injuries is responsible for a proportional share of the damages.
• D) Contributory negligence is a plaintiff's claim, not a defense.
• E) Comparative negligence is a plaintiff's claim, not a defense.