The Doctrine of _______ Means That Statements Made Spontaneously by Anyone

question 24

Multiple Choice

The doctrine of _______ means that statements made spontaneously by anyone at the time of an alleged negligent act are admissible as evidence,and they may be damaging to the dentist and dental assistant in a court of law.

• A)respondeat superior
• B)res ipsa loquitur
• C)res gestae
• D)direct cause

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Definitions:

Price Term

A condition in a contract specifying the amount to be paid for the goods or services.

Collateral Promise

A secondary promise that is ancillary (subsidiary) to a principal transaction or primary contractual relationship, such as a promise made by one person to pay the debts of another if the latter fails to perform. A collateral promise normally must be in writing to be enforceable.

Before Marriage

Refers to the period or status of individuals' lives before entering into a legally recognized marital union.

Writing Requirement

A legal principle that certain kinds of contracts must be in writing to be enforceable.