A plaintiff whose own carelessness contributed to the harm may face a defence that bars recovery entirely. That defence is:
AConditional acceptance
BCompulsory arbitration
CContributory negligence
DConstructive possession
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Contributory negligence
1. The plaintiff shares the blame.
2. Recovery is prevented altogether.
3. It is contributory negligence.
_Source: OpenStax Business Law I Essentials 2e, Chapters 5 and 6, Criminal and Civil Law and Torts._
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