In Palsgraf V

question 379

Multiple Choice

In Palsgraf v. Long Island Railroad Company, involving a woman injured by an accidentally dropped package of fireworks that exploded as it was run over by a train, Palsgraf's injuries were not a result of negligence on the part of the railroad because:

• A) the railroad has strict regulations against carrying fireworks on trains
• B) the victim knew the package contained fireworks, but the railroad employees did not
• C) the victim knew the man carrying the package of fireworks
• D) there was nothing in the situation to suggest to a cautious mind that the package would cause damage
• E) there were the required number of railroad employees present

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