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What defines negligence in a legal context?
What defines negligence in a legal context?
- Following established safety protocols
- Failing to act as a reasonable person would (correct)
- Performing an action that is beyond a person's capability
- Acting with intent to cause harm to another
Which of the following best exemplifies negligent behavior?
Which of the following best exemplifies negligent behavior?
- A chef who meets health regulations
- A teacher who provides extra help to students
- A landlord who ignores safety repairs (correct)
- A driver who follows all traffic laws
How does negligence differ from intentional wrongdoing?
How does negligence differ from intentional wrongdoing?
- Negligence is always criminal in nature
- Negligence involves a lack of knowledge
- Negligence involves failure to act appropriately (correct)
- Negligence requires intent to harm
Which scenario illustrates negligence from the perspective of a reasonable standard?
Which scenario illustrates negligence from the perspective of a reasonable standard?
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What is an example of a reasonable person's action in a potentially hazardous situation?
What is an example of a reasonable person's action in a potentially hazardous situation?
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