The Sine Qua Non Rule or but for Rule Is

question 284

Multiple Choice

The sine qua non rule or but for rule is that:

• A) the injury would not have occurred if the victim had known the tortfeasor
• B) the injury would not have occurred but for the conduct of the tortfeasor
• C) the injury is the fault of the tortfeasor
• D) the injury occurred because of the tortfeasor's lack of knowledge
• E) none of the other choices

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