When an injured party knows that a substantial and apparent risk is associated with certain conduct, and the party goes ahead with the dangerous activity anyway, the Restatements allow the tortfeasor to assert the defense of:

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The correct answer is B) assumption of the risk. This legal doctrine applies when an individual understands and recognizes the danger involved in an activity but chooses to participate in it anyway, thereby assuming the risk of injury. This can limit or negate the liability of the defendant (tortfeasor) in a personal injury lawsuit.

When an Injured Party Knows That a Substantial and Apparent