In Whitlock V

question 14

Multiple Choice

In Whitlock v.University of Denver,on what basis did the jury attribute 72 percent of the total damages amounting to $5,256,000 to the University?

• A)Negligence per se
• B)Punitive damages
• C)Strict liability
• D)Causal negligence
• E)Contributory negligence

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