To win an action in negligence against a professional person,the plaintiff must prove,among other things,that the defendant's conduct was below an acceptable standard of care.Which of the following is the legal standard of care demanded of a professional person?
A)that he or she act sincerely and as may reasonably be expected of a skilled professional
B)that he or she act as a reasonably prudent person
C)that he or she act as may reasonably be expected of the normally skilled professional in that class
D)that he or she act sincerely and with goodwill
E)that he or she act to the very best of his or her ability

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The legal standard of care demanded of a professional person is that he or she act as may reasonably be expected of the normally skilled professional in that class. This means that the professional must meet the standard of care that is generally accepted by other professionals in the same field. Option A is incorrect because sincerity is not the only requirement for professional conduct. Option B is the standard of care for non-professional persons. Option D and E are too subjective and not specific enough to be a legal standard of care.

To Win an Action in Negligence Against a Professional Person,the