In the Following Circumstances, Identify the Type of Bailment Created

question 15

Essay

In the following circumstances, identify the type of bailment created and state what standard of care is imposed on the bailee.
a. X being a friend of Y, borrows Y's computer to use its word- processing program to perform an assignment for which Z is paying X.
b. X being a friend of Y, borrows Y's computer to help Y complete a project for which Y is solely responsible.
c. X being a friend of Y, borrows Y's computer to complete a project for which both X and Y are jointly responsible for completing.
d. Y delivers his computer to Computer Warehouse Inc. in order to store it for six months and enters into a storage contract with Computer Warehouse.
e. Y delivers his computer to a common carrier in order for it to be shipped to a relative in another province.

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Definitions:

Expectancy Theory

A motivational theory suggesting that individuals are motivated to perform if they believe that their efforts will lead to desired performance and reward.

Victor Vroom

A psychologist recognized for formulating the expectancy theory of motivation, which suggests that individual motivation to perform is influenced by expectations of reward and achievable outcomes.

Hygiene Factors

Elements related to job dissatisfaction according to Herzberg's motivation-hygiene theory, including company policy, supervision, salary, interpersonal relations, and working conditions.

Dissatisfiers

Factors or elements in a situation or product that can cause dissatisfaction if missing or poorly executed, though their presence does not necessarily increase satisfaction.