The duty to mitigate damages requires the non-breaching party to
A) Take reasonable steps to lessen damages
B) Take any steps necessary to lessen damages
C) Take no steps to lessen damages
D) Take fair steps to lessen damages

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The duty to mitigate damages means that the non-breaching party is required to take reasonable steps to reduce or lessen the damages that result from the breach of contract. This does not mean taking any or no steps, or specifically "fair" steps, but rather reasonable actions that a prudent person would take in similar circumstances to limit their losses.

The Duty to Mitigate Damages Requires the Non-Breaching Party to