What Activities Give Rise to Strict Liability and What Defenses

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Essay

What activities give rise to strict liability and what defenses are available to strict liability?

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Definitions:

Purchase Discount

A reduction in price offered by a seller to a buyer for prompt payment or payment within a specified period.

Inventory Shrinkage

The loss of products between purchase from a supplier and sale to a customer, often due to theft, damage, or errors.

Cost of Merchandise Sold

The total cost incurred by a company to sell its products, including the cost of the goods themselves plus any additional expenses.

Sales Tax

A tax on sales or on the receipts from sales, typically added to the purchase price by the seller.