How Did the Use of an Implied Warranty of Merchantability

question 27

Multiple Choice

How did the use of an implied warranty of merchantability solve a set of problems with the contract law approach to product liability?

• A)Consumers do not need complex contracts in order to protect themselves from all possible harms that products might cause.
• B)The burden of proof has shifted from producers to consumers as consumers are allowed to assume that products are safe for ordinary use.
• C)It has forced businesses to issue a disclaimer of liability and offer limited warranties to limit its liability.
• D)Buyers have the responsibility to look out for their own interests and protect their own safety when buying a product.

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