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.

Grasp Durkheim's concepts of the sacred, profane, rituals, and totems in religion.

Comprehend the origins and functions of religion according to William James and Durkheim.

Analyze the role of religion in socialization and its evolution over time.

Evaluate the scientific approach of sociologists towards the claims of various religions.

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