Margo and Jorge Have a Son and a Daughter

question 261

Multiple Choice

Margo and Jorge have a son and a daughter. If Margo and JOrge are typical American parents, they will do all of the following EXCEPT

• A)tolerate anger and aggression in their daughter, but not their son.
• B)buy dolls for their daughter and trucks and tools for their son.
• C)play rougher with their son and more gently with their daughter.
• D)allow their son and not their daughter to roam over large areas of the neighborhood without special permission.

Distinguish between intentional torts, negligence, and strict liability, including their defenses.

Assess the role of special standards of care, such as those for children, professionals, and individuals in emergency situations.

Understand the legal obligations and duty to act in specific circumstances.

Understand the concept of duty of care in tort law, including how it varies depending on the entrant's status.

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Definitions:

Actual Authority

The explicit power given to an agent by a principal, enabling the agent to perform acts on behalf of the principal.

Taxable Income

The portion of an individual's or entity's income used to determine how much tax is owed to the government in a given tax year.

Federal Tax Return

The annual submission required by the federal government detailing an individual or entity's income, deductions, and tax liability.

Intentional Tort

A wrongful act done deliberately to harm another person, which can lead to civil legal liability.