The jury found that Mohammed, the plaintiff, was partially at fault in the accident. His award of $10,000.00 recognized that he was 10 percent at fault. This is an example of the theory of:

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The scenario describes partial fault on the part of the plaintiff, which is a key characteristic of comparative negligence. Choice A is the only answer that reflects this concept, as contributory negligence refers to a situation where the plaintiff's own negligence completely bars them from recovering damages, regardless of the defendant's fault. Choices C, D, and E are also not relevant to the scenario described.

The Jury Found That Mohammed, the Plaintiff, Was Partially at Fault