In Pollution Cases Involving Strict Liability for Abnormally Dangerous Activities

question 86

Multiple Choice

In pollution cases involving strict liability for abnormally dangerous activities, courts have found which of the following activities to be abnormally dangerous:

• A) emitting of noxious gases by factories
• B) using wasteful amounts of water in product production
• C) storing of flammable liquids in quantity in an unpopulated area
• D) emitting of steam by factories
• E) all of the other specific choices are correct

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Definitions:

Noncompetition Clause

A provision in a contract that prohibits one party from competing with another party for a certain period of time and within a certain geographic area.

Legitimate Business Purpose

A rational, honest intention or objective behind a business action or decision, often considered in legal contexts to validate transactions.

Geographic Area

A specific portion of the Earth's surface defined by natural or artificial boundaries, characterized by distinct physical, administrative, or cultural properties.

Public Policy Reasons

Justifications or rationales based on the collective interests or principles of the public, often guiding legislative or judicial decisions.