A Branch of Tort Law That Imposes a Much Higher

question 39

Multiple Choice

A branch of tort law that imposes a much higher level of liability when harm results from ultrahazardous acts or defective products is referred to as 

• A)res ipsa loquitur.
• B)strict liability.
• C)heightened liability.
• D)strict negligence.

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Definitions:

Voluntary

Actions or movements performed by an individual consciously and under control, such as walking or writing.

Skeletal Muscles

Muscles attached to bones that are responsible for voluntary movements of the body.

Muscle Biopsy

A procedure that involves taking a small sample of muscle tissue for examination to diagnose diseases of the muscle.

Excised

Surgically removed or cut out from a body part.