In an act of recklessness, Ryan bets his friends that he can drive down a crowded street blindfolded, and he ends up striking Cameron. Under which of the following circumstances would Cameron be barred from any recovery from Ryan?
A) If Cameron had not looked before stepping into Ryan's path
B) If Cameron had bet Ryan's friends he could run in front of Ryan without being hit
C) If Cameron was mildly intoxicated while walking
D) If Cameron could hear Ryan's car approaching but had no place to hide

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If Cameron had bet Ryan's friends he could run in front of Ryan without being hit, Cameron would be barred from any recovery from Ryan. Recklessness is more morally objectionable than negligence but less objectionable than intentional wrongdoing. Therefore, contributory negligence is not a good defense to recklessness, but assumption of risk is a good defense.

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