Question 1

The doctrine of res ipsa loquitur applies if an event causing harm does not normally occur in the absence of negligence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Under the theory of negligence, the duty of care requires one person to come to the aid of another in "peril."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The extreme risk of an activity is a primary basis for imposing strict liability.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Super Tool Company makes tools for consumers and construction professionals. While using a Super tool to replace an electrical outlet, Tom neglects to shut off the power and is electrocuted. Against a suit filed by Tom's heirs, Super's best defense is

Accepted Answer

A)  assumption of risk. 
B)  contributory negligence. 
C)  negligence per se. 
D)  superseding cause.

Question 5

Self-defense is a defense available in an action based on a negligence theory.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

A person who keeps a domestic animal is always strictly liable for any harm that the animal inflicts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Only a foreseeable intervening event can break the connection between a wrongful act and an injury to another.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Jean owns five acres of land in an area of single-family homes on mostly one-acre plots. Jean's property contains her house and three outbuild?ings. Among the animals housed in the outbuildings are Kennel, a dog, and Louis, a tiger. Mary, a neighbor, is jogging past Jean's property. Under what circumstance is Jean strictly liable if Kennel bites Mary? Under what circumstance is Jean strictly liable if Louis bites Mary?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Jean owns five acres of land in...

Question 9

Under the doctrine of strict liability, liability is strictly based on the "obvious" fault of the defendant.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Ralph, a van driver for Standard Delivery Company, causes a multi-vehicle accident on a city street. Ralph and Standard are liable to

Accepted Answer

A)  all those who were injured. 
B)  only those who were uninsured. 
C)  only those whose injuries could have been reasonably foreseen. 
D)  only those whose vehicles were closest to Rod's van.

Question 11

Sam, an engineer, supervises the construction of a new bridge. When the bridge col?lapses due to faulty construction, Sam is sued by those injured in the collapse. As a professional, Sam is held to the same standard of care as

Accepted Answer

A)  ordinary persons. 
B)  other engineers. 
C)  other professionals, including doctors, dentists, and lawyers. 
D)  those injured in the collapse of the bridge.

Question 12

If no harm results from an allegedly negligent act, there is no liability.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

If one person's act harms another, there is no liability unless the actor intended the harm.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Beth is injured in a car accident and sues Cal, alleging negligence. Cal claims that Beth was driving more carelessly than he was. Comparative negligence may reduce Beth's recovery

Accepted Answer

A)  even if Beth was only slightly at fault. 
B)  only if Beth was as equally at fault as Cal. 
C)  only if Beth was less at fault than Cal. 
D)  only if Beth was more at fault than Cal.

Question 15

One characteristic of an abnormally dangerous activity is that it involves a low degree of risk.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Under the doctrine of comparative negligence, both the plaintiff's and the defendant's negligence are taken into consideration.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The degree of care to be exercised in a situation can vary with a person's profession or occupation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Liability for negligence requires a finding of causation in fact and a de?termination of proximate cause.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

An Iowa state statute requires amusement parks to maintain equipment in specific condition for the protection of patrons. Jack's Fun Park fails to maintain its equipment. Key, a patron, is injured. Jack's has committed

Accepted Answer

A)  a dram shop act. 
B)  contributory negligence. 
C)  negligence per se. 
D)  res ipsa loquitur.

Question 20

Marie, a driver for National Transport Company, causes a five-car acci?dent on an interstate highway. Marie and National are liable to

Accepted Answer

A)  all those who are injured. 
B)  only those whose injuries could reasonably have been foreseen. 
C)  only those whose cars were immediately ahead and behind Marie's vehicle. 
D)  only those who do not have insurance.

Exam 7: Negligence and Strict Liability

The doctrine of res ipsa loquitur applies if an event causing harm does not normally occur in the absence of negligence.

Under the theory of negligence, the duty of care requires one person to come to the aid of another in "peril."

The extreme risk of an activity is a primary basis for imposing strict liability.

Super Tool Company makes tools for consumers and construction professionals. While using a Super tool to replace an electrical outlet, Tom neglects to shut off the power and is electrocuted. Against a suit filed by Tom's heirs, Super's best defense is

Self-defense is a defense available in an action based on a negligence theory.

A person who keeps a domestic animal is always strictly liable for any harm that the animal inflicts.

Only a foreseeable intervening event can break the connection between a wrongful act and an injury to another.

Under the doctrine of strict liability, liability is strictly based on the "obvious" fault of the defendant.

Ralph, a van driver for Standard Delivery Company, causes a multi-vehicle accident on a city street. Ralph and Standard are liable to

Sam, an engineer, supervises the construction of a new bridge. When the bridge col?lapses due to faulty construction, Sam is sued by those injured in the collapse. As a professional, Sam is held to the same standard of care as

If no harm results from an allegedly negligent act, there is no liability.

If one person's act harms another, there is no liability unless the actor intended the harm.

Beth is injured in a car accident and sues Cal, alleging negligence. Cal claims that Beth was driving more carelessly than he was. Comparative negligence may reduce Beth's recovery

One characteristic of an abnormally dangerous activity is that it involves a low degree of risk.

Under the doctrine of comparative negligence, both the plaintiff's and the defendant's negligence are taken into consideration.

The degree of care to be exercised in a situation can vary with a person's profession or occupation.

Liability for negligence requires a finding of causation in fact and a de?termination of proximate cause.

An Iowa state statute requires amusement parks to maintain equipment in specific condition for the protection of patrons. Jack's Fun Park fails to maintain its equipment. Key, a patron, is injured. Jack's has committed

Marie, a driver for National Transport Company, causes a five-car acci?dent on an interstate highway. Marie and National are liable to