This Doctrine Holds That If the Plaintiff Knew of the Dangers

question 63

Multiple Choice

This doctrine holds that if the plaintiff knew of the dangers involved in the act that resulted in harm but chose to act in that fashion nonetheless, the defendant will not be held liable.Identify this doctrine that acts as a defense against negligence.

• A)Stare decisis
• B)Assumption of risk
• C)Contributory negligence
• D)Last clear chance
• E)Res ipsa loquitur

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Definitions:

Adolescent Egocentrism

The heightened self-consciousness of adolescents, which is reflected in adolescents’ beliefs that others are as interested in them as they are in themselves, and in adolescents’ sense of personal uniqueness and invulnerability.

Imaginary Audience

A psychological concept in which an individual believes that their behavior is the focus of others' attention more than is actually the case.

Personal Fable

A cognitive distortion experienced by adolescents, believing their thoughts, feelings, and experiences are unique and not understood by others.

Personal Uniqueness

The concept that each individual has their own unique set of characteristics, opinions, and experiences.