Which of the Following Acts Resulting in Injury Would Be

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following acts resulting in injury would be negligence per se?

• A)Joe sold fireworks from his Indiana store (a legal activity)to Steve,an Illinois resident (a state that has made owning fireworks illegal).
• B)June,while driving the speed limit,sideswiped the car next to her.
• C)A retailer sold glue containing benzene to a 14-year-old boy in violation of state law.
• D)Tammy accidentally dropped a heavy carton on Sasha's foot while at work.

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Definitions:

Jaywalking

The act of crossing a street outside of designated crosswalks or intersections, often considered a minor legal violation.

Speed Limit

The maximum legal speed at which vehicles may travel on a particular stretch of road, established to enhance safety and reduce accidents.

Strict Liability

A legal doctrine holding an individual or entity responsible for damages or harm caused by their actions, regardless of fault or intention.

Blasting Operations

The process of using explosives to fragment or remove rock and other materials for construction or mining activities.