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You received a recall for your automobile to be returned to the dealer for repair of the brake system, but you chose not to take the car back and consequently had an accident when the brakes failed.  You would most likely be unsuccessful if you tried to sue the automobile company due to this concept which is a defense for the manufacturer.

 You hired a real estate agent to sell your house and you signed a specific agreement outlining the terms of the contract. What type of agency relationship is this?

You didn’t wear your hardhat at work and were injured when a faulty door slammed onto your head. It was partly your fault that you were injured so which of the following applies?

You sold a car to your friend and the contract stated that if they don’t pay you by the 10th of the month, they owe you a $25 late fee. Last month they lost their job and paid you a few days late but you decided not to charge them the $25 fee. What is this called?

 Your car or cell phone would be considered what type of property?

You contracted with a local gang to burn down your neighbor’s house but they didn’t fulfil the contract. Can you successfully sue for breach of contract?

 You own a restaurant and agreed with the Coca-Cola distributor to only sell coke products. What type of contract is this?

La profesora está muy _____ (satisfied) con el nivel de sus estudiantes. ¡Todos pueden entender y hablar muy bien el español!        (OJO: The answer is not “contenta.” It begins wiith the letter “s.”)

Based on MARS model, which of the following is a situational factor that can affect individuals’ (un)ethical behavior in the workplace?

  You were hit by a car and could not work for 3 months, thus losing $8,000 in lost wages which you are now suing for. What type of damages are you asking for to recover those wages?