Mark Is Out Sailing in His Boat One Evening When

question 73

Multiple Choice

Mark is out sailing in his boat one evening when he hears a young girl crying for help in the middle of the lake. Which of the following is true?

• A) Mark must help the girl or he will be liable for negligence.
• B) Mark must help the girl only if he knows her.
• C) Mark must help the girl if he is the girl's uncle.
• D) Mark must help the girl if he begins to rescue her and increases her danger.

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