If a common carrier delivers goods to the wrong person, the carrier is liable for breach of contract and for the tort of conversion.

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This statement is true. A common carrier has a duty to deliver goods to the correct recipient, and if they deliver to the wrong person, they have breached their contract with the sender. Additionally, the carrier may be liable for the tort of conversion, which is the unauthorized taking of another person's property.

If a Common Carrier Delivers Goods to the Wrong Person