Palmer goes to a truck dealership and asks for a truck capable of handling a 5000-pound load.He makes it clear that it is up to the salesman to select an appropriate truck.Without saying anything about the truck's load-carrying capacity,the salesman selects a certain truck for Palmer.Relying on the salesman's choice,Palmer buys the truck in question.However,the truck can only handle a 2500-pound load.Palmer wants to sue the dealership because he didn't get the truck he desired.Which of the following product liability theories gives Palmer his best chance of recovery?

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In the implied warranty of fitness,the buyer actually relies on the seller's skill or judgment in purchasing the goods.In this particular case,there is a breach of the buyer's trust.

Palmer Goes to a Truck Dealership and Asks for a Truck