Mr. Franklin decided to teach his students about electricity by conducting an experiment. He took his third graders outside on a stormy day to fly kites. Each kite had a metal key attached to it. Tommy got zapped by lightning and suffered burns to his hand. Which statement is true?
a. Since this is the reproduction of a classic experiment, it would be considered reasonable; Franklin is not liable.
b. A reasonable person would have foreseen the possibility of harm to the students so Franklin could be held liable.
c. Franklin will not be liable if he provided proper instructions on flying kites.
d. Franklin would not be liable if the state recognized sovereign immunity.
ANS: B
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