Use the Accompanying Figure

question 6

Multiple Choice

$\begin{array}{lcl}\text { Item } & \text { Quantity } & \text { Cost } \\5 / 8 \text {-inch hose } & 30 \text { inches } & \$ 1.25 \text { per foot } \\3 / 4 \text {-inch hose } & 24 \text { inches } & \$ 1.35 \text { per foot } \\5 / 8 \text {-inch hose clamps } & 2 & \$ 0.84 \text { each } \\3 / 4 \text {-inch hose clamps } & 2 & \$ 0.84 \text { each } \\\text { Thermostat with gasket } & 1 & \$ 5.65 \text { each } \\\text { Pressure cap } & 1 & \$ 4.50 \text { each } \\\text { Upper hose } & 1 & \$ 11.44 \text { each } \\\text { Lower hose } & 1 & \$ 16.53 \text { each } \\\text { Hose clamps } & 4 & \$ 0.98 \text { each }\\\\\text { Labor charges are as follows: }\\\\ \text { Remove, clean, and replace radiator } &&\$ 39.50 \\ \text { Reverse flush block } &&\$ 20.00 \\ \text { Replace heater hoses } &&\$ 10.00 \\ \text { Replace thermostat and cap } &&\mathrm{~N} / \mathrm{C}\end{array}$ Use the accompanying figure. How much does the average mechanic earn in November?

• A) $1,600
• B) $1,700
• C) $1,800
• D) $1,900

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Definitions:

Strict Liability

A legal doctrine that holds an individual or entity responsible for damages or harm caused, regardless of negligence or intent.

Superseding Event

An unforeseeable event that interrupts the chain of causation and relieves all parties of liability.

Assumption of Risk

A legal doctrine under which an individual knowingly and willingly takes on the risks associated with an activity, potentially limiting liability for harm that occurs as a result.

Res Ipsa Loquitur

A legal doctrine that infers negligence from the very nature of an accident or injury, in the absence of direct evidence on how any defendant behaved.