William, Who Is a Waiter, Is Injured When an Unopened

question 63

Multiple Choice

William, who is a waiter, is injured when an unopened bottle of cola explodes in his hand while he is putting it into the restaurant's cooler.If William wants to sue the bottling company for his injuries:

• A)he will lose, because it will be impossible for him to prove that the bottle was overpressurized by the bottler.
• B)he will lose, because the bottling company has no duty to him.
• C)he will probably win if the court allows him to use the res ipsa loquitur doctrine.
• D)he will win based on the last clear chance rule.

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Definitions:

Yanagi Soetsu

A Japanese philosopher and art critic, founder of the Mingei movement, which celebrated the beauty of everyday, functional folk crafts.

Functional Objects

Items designed to fulfill a specific practical purpose while also holding aesthetic value.

Natural Materials

Materials that are derived from nature, such as wood, stone, clay, or natural fibers, often used in art, construction, and design.

Western Techniques

Artistic methods and principles originating from the Western world, often emphasizing perspective, proportion, and realistic representations.