Coca-Cola found a fungicide in its Simply Orange and Minute Maid orange juices.The fungicide was the result of a spray used by Brazilian orange growers who then sold their oranges to Coca-Cola.Which best describes Coca-Cola's liability to customers who purchase the juice?

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Coca-Cola is liable for a defect in its products as it had a duty to ensure the safety of its products, and failed to exercise that duty by not checking for the presence of the fungicide before selling the juices. The Brazilian growers may also be liable, but Coca-Cola cannot escape liability by blaming them.

Coca-Cola Found a Fungicide in Its Simply Orange and Minute