The Basic Rule for Whether the Principal Is Liable for the Negligence

question 112

True/False

The basic rule for whether the principal is liable for the negligence of an agent is whether the principal knew about the agent's commission of the tort.

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Definitions:

Evolutionary Advantages

Traits or behaviors that increase an organism's chances of survival and reproduction, shaped by natural selection.

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, a consequence applied that strengthens an organism's future behavior whenever that behavior is preceded by a specific antecedent stimulus.

Language Acquisition

The method through which humans gain the ability to notice, create, and utilize words for understanding and communication purposes.

Nativist

A perspective that emphasizes the innate, biological foundations of behavior and cognitive development, often in contrast to the emphasis on environmental influences.