Which of the Following Is True About the Doctrine of Res

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about the doctrine of res ipsa loquitur?

• A)It is one of the basic principles of the causation of negligence.
• B)It puts the burden on the plaintiff to show that the injury was not caused by his or her negligence.
• C)It is applicable to cases where the defendant has exclusive control of the thing that caused the injury,and is reluctant to disclose facts that prove liability.
• D)It offers protection to those who are injured while making a reasonable attempt to rescue someone endangered by the negligent person's act.

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Definitions:

External Effects

In economics, externalities or external effects occur when the actions of individuals or firms have positive or negative impacts on third parties not directly involved in the transaction.

Demand

Refers to the quantity of a good or service that consumers are willing and able to purchase at different prices at a given time.

Supply

The total amount of a specific good or service that is available to consumers at a given price level and over a specific period.

Positive Externalities

Benefits received by third parties who are not directly involved in a transaction or activity, leading to potentially under-produced goods or services in a free market.