Which of the Following Is the Best Example of Comparative

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of comparative negligence?

• A) Tariq estimates construction costs for a builder. Because of his poor mathematical skills, Tariq's calculations are grossly incorrect. This results in significant lost income for Tariq's employer.
• B) Jared and Ty are tag-team wrestlers. During one wrestling match, Jared puts a head-lock hold on Ty, severely injuring his neck and shoulders.
• C) Brian is a hunter. While searching for elk, Brian sees a brown shape moving through the trees. Although the figure is clearly walking upright on two legs, Brian shoots and wounds Myra, a game warden.
• D) Marcia is a cutter at a wholesale meat-packing company. She always uses safety glasses while cutting the meat. One day, the metal saw blade breaks, sending metal slivers flying. One sliver penetrates the glasses and strikes Marcia in the left eye.

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Definitions:

Controlling Interest

Ownership interest in a business entity through which a party has the power to influence or direct its policies and management.

Consolidated Net Income

The total net income of a parent company and its subsidiaries, after eliminating intercompany transactions.

Unrealized Profit

Profit that has been made on paper through an investment but has not yet been realized by selling the asset in question.

After-tax Gain

The amount of profit that remains after subtracting the taxes owed on the gain.