When Would a Plaintiff Use the Doctrine of Res Ipsa

question 4

Multiple Choice

When would a plaintiff use the doctrine of res ipsa loquitur?

• A) To allow the judge and jury to infer that more likely than not, the defendant's negligence was the cause of the plaintiff's harm, even though there is no direct evidence of the defendant's lack of due care.
• B) To allow the judge and jury to infer that more likely than not, the defendant's negligence was not the cause of the plaintiff's harm.
• C) To allow the judge and jury to presume the defendant is guilty of contributory negligence.
• D) To allow the judge and jury to presume the defendant destroyed evidence.
• E) None of these.

Understand the concepts of credibility and source likeability in persuasion.

Recognize the impact of physical attractiveness and similarity on persuasion effectiveness.

Identify the most effective types of fear-based messages in persuasion.

Understand the role of trustworthiness and expertise in a communicator's persuasiveness.

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Definitions:

Reassures Them

Offers comfort or confidence to someone to alleviate their doubts or fears.

Respect Views

The practice of acknowledging and considering others' opinions, even if they differ from one's own.

Nonverbal Messages

Visual and audible symbols that do not rely on words but create meaning for the receiver.

Assign Meaning

The cognitive process of attributing significance or interpretation to information, items, or events.