Many courts have adopted a test in resolving the proximate cause question,under which a defendant who has breached a duty of care is liable:

A) only for the "natural and probable consequences" of his actions.
B) for all injuries sustained by the plaintiff.
C) even for injuries caused by the plaintiff's negligence.
D) for at least 50 percent of the damages.

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mayssam fakih · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Courts have not reached complete agreement on the appropriate test for resolving the proximate cause question.A significant number of courts have adopted a test under which a defendant who has breached a duty of care is liable only for the natural and probable consequences of his actions.

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