The law of negligence holds our behavior up to a(n) _____ standard of conduct.
A) objective
B) strict liability
C) subjective
D) criminal

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The law of negligence holds our behavior up to an objective standard of conduct. We must conduct ourselves like a "reasonable person of ordinary prudence in similar circumstances." This standard is flexible, because it allows consideration of all circumstances surrounding a particular accident, but it is still objective, because the "reasonable person" is a hypothetical being who is always thoughtful and careful never to endanger others unreasonably.

The Law of Negligence Holds Our Behavior Up to A(n)