The Harshness of the Contributory Negligence Doctrine Has Been Mitigated

question 98

Multiple Choice

The harshness of the contributory negligence doctrine has been mitigated by:

• A)the last clear chance rule.
• B)comparative negligence.
• C)assumption of risk.
• D)(a) and (b), but not (c).

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Definitions:

Economic Efficiency

An optimal distribution of resources in an economy, where no one can be made better off without making someone else worse off.

Marginal Cost

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Minimum Acceptable Price

The lowest price at which a seller is willing to sell a product or service, often covering at least the costs of production.

Wages

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