When a Tortfeasor Fails to Meet a Standard of Reasonable

question 57

Multiple Choice

When a tortfeasor fails to meet a standard of reasonable care appropriate for the circumstances and another is forseeably subjected to an unreasonable risk of harm and is injured as a result, the tortfeasor can be sued by the injured party for _____.

• A) palming off
• B) negligence
• C) defamation
• D) false light

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Definitions:

Fungible Goods

Items or goods that are interchangeable with others of the same type, quality, and quantity.

Gross Negligence

A lack of care that demonstrates a reckless disregard for the safety or lives of others, significantly beyond ordinary negligence.

Bailment

The temporary placement of control or possession of personal property into someone else's hands, for a specific purpose, with the expectation of its return.

Legal Owner

The individual or entity that holds valid title to property or assets, recognized by law.