George Has Been in the Business of Selling Collectible Model

question 55

Multiple Choice

George has been in the business of selling collectible model ships for twenty years. Ashley agreed to buy a set of Colonial Era ships if George would also bring her a display case for them. George bought one and sold it to Ashley along with the ships . While placing the ships in the display case, she ran her hand over the back edge of one of its shelves and cut herself severely. The wood was not finished on that side and nails were protruding through the shelf. Can Ashley sue George under strict liability?

• A) Yes, because the display case was in an unreasonably dangerous condition.
• B) Yes, because the display case was defective.
• C) No, because she had already accepted the display case in its current condition.
• D) No, because George is not a seller under Sec. 402A.