Erin was shopping for an aluminum extension ladder. She was surprised by the number of safety labels on the ladders at her local hardware store. The store clerk explained that the manufacturers put these labels on the ladders in an attempt to avoid a lawsuit based on ________.

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The correct answer is D) failure to warn. Manufacturers place safety labels on products like ladders to inform users of potential risks and proper usage to mitigate the risk of accidents. This is done to avoid lawsuits based on the principle of "failure to warn," where a manufacturer could be held liable if they did not adequately inform consumers about the risks associated with using their product.

Erin Was Shopping for an Aluminum Extension Ladder