Asked by Sanghishetty Swathi on Jul 19, 2024
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Which of the following distinguishes the Restatement (Third) from section 402A?
A) It covers design defects.
B) It covers manufacturing defects.
C) It does not require that the product be unreasonably dangerous.
D) It covers sellers engaged in selling the product that harmed the plaintiff.
Restatement (Third)
A collection of volumes intended to inform the judiciary, lawyers, and others about general principles of common law in various areas.
Section 402A
A section of the Restatement (Second) of Torts relating to the liability of sellers for harm caused by defective products.
Design Defects
Flaws in the intended design of a product that pose a risk to consumers or fail to perform safely as intended, leading to potential legal liability.
- Recognize the implications of the Restatement (Third) of Torts in product liability litigation.
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Scarleth OrtizJul 23, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Unlike section 402A,the Restatement (Third)does not require that in cases of strict liability,the product be unreasonably dangerous.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the implications of the Restatement (Third) of Torts in product liability litigation.