In Reference to the Case in the Text, Swigart V

question 88

Multiple Choice

In reference to the case in the text, Swigart v. Bruno, what was the court's assessment with regards to the risk associated with riding horses in the American Endurance Ride Conference which was described as an "equestrian athletic event?"

• A) The court ruled that under contributive negligence principles, Swigart was entitled to recover.
• B) The court ruled that under pure comparative negligence principles, Swigart was entitled to recover.
• C) The court ruled that under modified comparative negligence principles, Swigart was entitled to recover.
• D) The court ruled that Swigart was entitled to recover damages, however, remanded the case to determine whether or not Swigart was really injured.
• E) The court ruled that the assumption of risk doctrine applies to Swigart's claims and he could therefore not recover.

Differentiate between movements along the demand curve and shifts of the demand curve.

Recognize the implications of elasticity for government policies and public sector economics.

Understand how the concept of elasticity applies to both demand and supply in different market scenarios.

Understand the historical factors influencing American westward expansion in the 19th century.

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