Which of the Following Questions Is NOT Asked in the Test

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following questions is NOT asked in the test of factual causation?

• A)Would the plaintiff have suffered damage but-for the defendant's negligence?
• B)Is it appropriate for the scope of the liability to extent to the harm caused?
• C)Did the defendant cause the harm?
• D)Was the negligence a necessary condition of the harm?

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