Which of the Following Statements Is Not True of the Defence

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is not true of the defence of voluntary assumption of risk?

• A)It is sometimes referred to by its Latin name volenti non fit injuria.
• B)The defendant will be relieved of all liability if it can be proved that the plaintiff voluntarily assumed the risk of harm.
• C)To succeed the defendant must prove that the plaintiff had full knowledge and appreciation of the risk.
• D)The defendant need not show that the plaintiff freely and willingly agreed to the precise risk that eventuated.

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