Harry's lawn mower ceased to work, and in order to get the lawn mowed, he borrowed his neighbour's lawnmower. Which one of the following is correct with respect to Harry's responsibility in relation to that lawn mower?
A) If, when Harry asked his neighbour, the neighbour was reluctant to loan it to Harry but did so anyway, this is an example of an involuntary bailment.
B) This is a gratuitous bailment, and as such, Harry has no legal obligation to look after the lawnmower.
C) Because Harry has borrowed the lawnmower, he is obligated to return it in the condition it was given and is liable for any damage or loss no matter what the reason.
D) Because the lawnmower is valuable, this is an example of a bailment for value.
E) This is a gratuitous bailment for Harry's benefit, and as such, Harry has a duty to be reasonably careful that no harm or accident come to that lawnmower.

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Harry has borrowed the lawnmower for his own benefit, which makes it a gratuitous bailment. As such, he has a duty of care to be reasonably careful with the lawnmower to ensure no harm or accident comes to it. He is responsible for any damage or loss caused to the lawnmower while it is in his possession.

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