Aher is legally classified as an "infant" because he has not yet reached the age when a person is considered an adult.That does not mean, however, that he is a toddler.In fact, although he is in junior high, he is as tall and as muscular as many of his male teachers.Unfortunately, Aher recently inflicted a serious physical injury on his neighbour, Sofia.She has sued him under the tort of negligence.Which of the following statements is most likely to be TRUE?
A) If the court finds that Aher is negligently responsible for Sofia's injury, it will also hold his parents vicariously liable for Aher's tort.
B) Because he is not an adult, the court will hold that Aher did not owe a duty of care to Sofia.
C) If Aher injured Sofia while carelessly driving a vehicle, the standard of care will not be affected by the fact that Aher is a child.
D) Because Aher is a child, Sofia must sue Aher's parents rather than Aher himself.
E) If Aher is Sofia's son, the court will apply a policy rule and refuse to recognize a duty of care.
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