Introductory Business Law CLEP Prep Practice Exam

Which of the following best describes negligence?

1. The breach of a duty of care

2. An intentional act meant to cause harm

3. An unintentional act caused by recklessness

4. An intentional act meant to deprive a person of property

The correct answer is: The breach of a duty of care

Negligence refers to the failure to fulfill a duty of care, where the lack of action or care causes harm or injury to another person. This option is the best description of negligence as it specifically mentions the breach of a duty of care. Option B is incorrect because it refers to an intentional act, whereas negligence is an unintentional act. Option C is also incorrect because it implies that the act was done with recklessness, which may contribute to negligence but is not the sole definition of it. Option D is incorrect as it refers to an intentional act meant to deprive someone of their property, which is not related to the concept of negligence.