If a Plaintiff Voluntarily Enters into or Participates in a Risky

question 24

Multiple Choice

If a plaintiff voluntarily enters into or participates in a risky activity that results in injury,what is the most likely defense that he or she may use in response to a defendant's claim that the plaintiff assumed the risk?

• A) contributory negligence
• B) comparative negligence
• C) plaintiff had no knowledge of the danger involved when he or she participated in the activity
• D) defendant was negligent per se
• E) defendant assumed the risk under the "danger invites rescue" doctrine

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