The More-Developed Countries

question 33

Multiple Choice

The more-developed countries

• A)include the United States, India, and Canada.
• B)include many African and Latin American countries.
• C)have most of the world's population.
• D)use disproportionately more of the world's resources compared to their populations.
• E)use the appropriate amount of resources for their populations.

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Definitions:

Comparative Negligence

A legal doctrine that reduces the amount of damages a plaintiff can recover in a negligence-based claim, based upon the degree to which the plaintiff's own negligence contributed to the cause of their injury.

Assumption Of The Risk

A defense whereby the defendant must prove that the plaintiff voluntarily assumed the risk the defendant caused.

Res Ipsa Loquitur

A doctrine in tort law implying negligence inferred from the nature of an accident or injury, without direct proof.

Direct Evidence

Information or testimony that directly proves a fact, without needing inference or assumptions.