Which of the Following Options Accurately Encapsulates the 'Compensatory Principle

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following options accurately encapsulates the 'compensatory principle' in the law of contract?

• A) The idea that people who suffer losses should receive compensation.
• B) The idea that losses are best compensated by monetary damages.
• C) The idea that damages should put an injured party in the position he would be in had the contract not been breached.
• D) None of the options provided is correct.

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