Failing to act when one has the duty to act describes the tort

nonfeasance
malfeasance
misfeasance
negligence


nonfeasance

Rationale: Nonfeasance is correct. Misfeasance means improper act; malfeasance means bad act; negligence means careless act.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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In which of the following scenarios would Workers' Compensation apply?

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The maximum amount the insurance carrier will pay for specific services is called the ____________________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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