What Was the Result in the Case Opener in Which

question 63

Multiple Choice

What was the result in the Case Opener in which the prisoner was required to move to a new cell and the guard did not lock the old cell as agreed resulting in the theft of some items that had not yet been moved?

• A) The court ruled that a prisoner has no rights in respect to a guard.
• B) The court ruled that while a prisoner has some rights, a prisoner does not have the right to expect a guard to safeguard belongings.
• C) The court ruled that although no bailment existed, the guard had a duty to lock the cell.
• D) The court ruled that a bailment existed and that the guard had a duty to lock the cell and to act with reasonable care as a bailee.
• E) The court ruled that the guard had no duty to lock the cell because no witnesses confirmed that the plaintiff prisoner informed the guard that his personal belongings were in the cell.

Identify and understand contract terms related to modifications and the interpretation of ambiguous contract provisions.

Recognize how contract law varies internationally, with specific references to general and special provisions in contracts.

Understand the conditions under which a non-party to a contract may be held responsible for payment under theories such as quasi-contract.

Recognize the role of intent and subjective belief in the formation and enforceability of contracts.

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