Which of the following is not an exception to the general rule that principals a

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Which of the following is not an exception to the general rule that principals are not liable for the torts of independent contractors?

The tort involves highly or inherently dangerous activities.

The tort is intentional.

The principal delegating a high duty of care for passengers.

The agent's non-performance of a non-delegable duty.

The principal is liable for their own negligent behavior, such as through negligent hiring.

Randy, a realtor, instructs one of his associates to tell potential buyers that a home has the newest and most efficient insulation on the market. The home does not and Randy knows that. If a buyer buys the house and later brings suit against Randy, the suit will likely ______ under the doctrine of ____________.

succeed; direct liability

succeed; misrepresentation

succeed; respondeat superior

fail; direct liability

fail; misrepresentation

Explanation / Answer

The tort involves highly or inherently dangerous activities. Correct option

succeed; doctrine of misrepresentation. Correct option. Doctrine of misrepresentation is a false statement stated in order to enter a contract.

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