In a product liability action in which strict liability is alleged, courts focus on ________.
A) Whether the product was in a defective condition and unreasonably dangerous when sold
B) Whether the manufacturer was negligent
C) Whether the seller exercised all possible care in the preparation and sale of the product
D) Whether the consumer had a contractual relationship with the seller
E) Whether the manufacturer knew of a problem with the product

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In a strict liability case, the focus is on the state of the product itself, not on the behavior or knowledge of the manufacturer or seller. The key question is whether the product was defective and unreasonably dangerous at the time of sale, regardless of the manufacturer's or seller's conduct or intentions.

In a Product Liability Action in Which Strict Liability Is