Which of the Following Statements Most Accurately Describes the But-For

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements most accurately describes the but-for test for causation?

• A)The defendant should be held liable if the answer to the but-for test is "no."
• B)The defendant should be held liable if the answer to the but-for test is "yes."
• C)The but-for test requires proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
• D)The but-for test compares the actual events with the events that would have occurred if the defendant had breached the standard of care.
• E)The but-for test is relevant to the issue of negligence but not to the issue of contributory negligence,because the plaintiff does not owe a duty of care to him or herself.

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