The Defence of Due Diligence

question 27

Multiple Choice

The defence of due diligence

• A)is primarily relevant in connection with income tax liabilities.
• B)is available to individuals, but not to companies.
• C)is available under the Competition Act if the person responsible for the advertisement acted with reasonable care to ensure that it was not misleading.
• D)was recently removed from the Competition Act, but it remains relevant under provincial statutes.
• E)is applicable if the defendant failed to exercise care and the plaintiff suffered a loss as a result.

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Definitions:

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter in the brain that affects mood, emotion, and sleep, often associated with feelings of well-being and happiness.

Aerobic Exercise

Physical activity that improves cardiovascular endurance by promoting increased oxygen consumption.

Emotion-Focused Coping

Strategies to manage or reduce the emotional distress associated with a situation.

Catastrophe

A sudden and widespread disaster or event that causes significant damage or suffering.