Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true?

• A) A plaintiff must prove that the defendant's negligent conduct proximately caused harm to a legally protected interest.
• B) A defendant has the burden of proof that his negligent conduct did not proximately cause harm.
• C) Negligent conduct that is the proximate cause of offensive physical contact results in liability based on social policy.
• D) All of these statements are true.

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Definitions:

Mark-up

An extra charge applied to the base cost of products to accommodate for overheads and earnings, culminating in the final asking price.

Selling Price

The amount of money for which an item or service is sold to the buyer.

Operating Expenses

Operating expenses are the costs associated with running a business's core operations on a daily basis, including rent, utilities, and payroll.

Mark-up

A supplementary percentage of the cost price of products designed to account for overhead costs and profit margins.