Comparative Negligence

question 27

Multiple Choice

Comparative negligence:

• A) has been rejected by most of the states.
• B) allows a comparison of negligence between plaintiff and defendant.
• C) has been held to be applicable in all states, regardless of the extent of the plaintiff's own negligence.
• D) is a bar to recovery under common law.

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Definitions:

Birth Weight

The weight of a baby at the time of birth, an important indicator of neonatal health and developmental outcomes.

Maturation

Physical development of the brain and body that prepares an infant for voluntary movement, such as rolling over, sitting, and walking.

Sensorimotor Development

The stage in early childhood development where a child starts to master physical functions, including movement and sensory input.

Prenatal Development

The process of growth and development within the womb, from conception to birth.