A Common Defense Known as ________ Arises When a Consumer

question 69

Multiple Choice

A common defense known as ________ arises when a consumer knows that a defect exists but still proceeds unreasonably to make use of the product, creating a situation where the consumer has voluntarily assumed the risk of injury from the defect and thus cannot recover.

• A) consumer risk-taker
• B) comparative fault.
• C) contributory negligence.
• D) known danger defense
• E) assumption of the risk

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Definitions:

Amygdala

A region of the brain involved in experiencing emotions, particularly fear, and processing emotional memories.

Somatic Nervous System

A subdivision of the peripheral nervous system (PNS); it transmits sensory signals and motor signals back and forth between the central nervous system (CNS) and the skin, muscles, and joints.

Muscles and Joints

Components of the musculoskeletal system, with muscles providing the force to move the body and joints allowing for motion between bones.

Parietal Lobes

Regions of the brain located behind the frontal lobes, involved in processing sensory information and spatial orientation.