A ____ is a civil or private wrongful act, other than a breach of contract, resulting in some type of injury or harm (not necessarily physical injury).

A. tort
B. failure
C. crime
D. penalty


Answer: A

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The ____ defines the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) placard system and houses a wealth of information related to the potential health risk of hazardous materials.

A. Hazardous Waste Operations Guide B. Hazardous Materials Transportation Guide C. Emergency Response Guide D. Chemical Transportation Guide

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