In Greenman V

question 338

Multiple Choice

In Greenman v. Yuba Power Products, where Greenman was injured when a tool his wife bought him malfunctioned, the California high court stated the reason why strict liability should be applied to manufactures of defective products. The reason is:

• A) these manufacturers should bear the costs of injuries their products cause
• B) consumers should bear the costs of injuries to make them more careful
• C) consumers should split the costs of injuries with manufacturers; this will best insure the highest amount of care
• D) state statutes encouraged the adoption of a strict standard
• E) none of the other choices

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