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Which Statement Is True Regarding a Lawsuit Brought by Rachel's

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Which statement is true regarding a lawsuit brought by Rachel's parents against the manufacturer of the squirt gun for strict liability?


A) Although privity of contract is not an issue,Rachel's parents would be unable to prevail in a strict liability action because Rachel did not sustain permanent physical injury.
B) Rachel's parents would be prohibited from suing the manufacturer because of the federal law prohibiting lawsuits for failure to warn in cases involving children.
C) Although privity of contract is not an issue,Rachel's parents would be unable to prevail in an action against the manufacturer for strict liability because they did not read the instruction booklet.
D) Because neither Rachel nor her parents were in privity of contract with the seller,a lawsuit based on strict liability in tort is barred.
E) Privity of contract is not necessary in order to sue based on strict liability,so the fact that neither Rachel nor her parents were in privity of contract with the seller would not prevent a strict liability-based action.

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