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What this question is testing
Objective: Torts
Prompt focus: A manufacturer sells a power tool with a hidden defect that makes it dangerous even when used properly. A consumer is injured by the defect. Under strict products liability, the consumer generally must prove:
Why the correct answer works
The product was defective and unreasonably dangerous when it left the manufacturer
Strict products liability requires proof of a defective, unreasonably dangerous product, not fault.
Why the tempting wrong answer fails
The tempting wrong answer usually loses because it skips the key condition, priority, or evidence in the prompt.
Plain-language takeaway
In a strict products liability claim, the plaintiff must show the product was defective and unreasonably dangerous when it left the defendant's control and that the defect caused the injury. Proof of the manufacturer's negligence or knowledge is not required.
Simple analogy
Think of torts like following a short checklist: identify the clue, confirm the rule, and then make the move that fits this exact scenario.
How to review it before a retake
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