Question

Under negligence, the defendant has the duty to act like:__________. a. A specialist trained in the area of the accident. b. An ordinary, prudent, and reasonable person under similar circumstances. c. A normal person in all circumstances. d. A lawyer deciding a case.

Answer 1

Answer:

b. An ordinary, prudent, and reasonable person under similar circumstances.

Explanation:

Negligence is a legal theory , which holds the defendant responsible for harm caused to the plaintiff.

These contracts include : a legal 'duty' of care 'breached' by defendant, where defendant's action are 'causation' to plaintiff 'damage'

Eg : Car Accidents, 'slip & fall' injury cases are usual examples of  these.

So, the defendant has duty to act like 'A specialist trained in the area of the accident' - to make his careful duty prevent plaintiff from damage.