Which of the following is the BEST definition of negligence?
a. failure to behave in a way that a prudent individual would
b. failure to ensure fairness, equity, and honesty
c. legal principle that the client be treated with the least constraint to his or her liberty, consistent with safety
d. judicial determination of the competence of the client to manage personal affairs
A
The best definition of negligence is failure to behave in a way that a prudent individual would. Individuals who are negligent fail to use the diligence and care expected of a reasonable individual in similar circumstances.
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