Sara and Rebecca entered a variety store owned by Charles.Sara purchased two chocolate bars from Charles,and gave one to Rebecca.Unknown to Sara,Rebecca,or Charles the chocolate bar that Sara gave to Rebecca contained a piece of metal that had fallen into the mixture when the chocolate bar was made.When Rebecca attempted to eat the chocolate,she damaged one of her teeth.She was obliged to have the tooth repaired by a dentist,and in addition,lost a day's work because of the painful injury to her mouth.Her total loss amounted to $300.00.
-The manufacturer is vicariously liable for the negligence of its employees in the making of the chocolate bar.

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The manufacturer can be held vicariously liable for the negligence of its employees in the making of the chocolate bar, as this is seen as an action done within the scope of employment.

Sara and Rebecca Entered a Variety Store Owned by Charles