Multiple choice

The principle of Novus actus interveniens applies to determine

  1. Vicarious liability

  2. Remoteness of damage

  3. Strict liability

  4. Act of God
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Novus actus interveniens (new intervening act) breaks the chain of causation, making damage too remote. It's used to determine REMOTENESS of damage - whether an intervening act was sufficiently independent and unforeseeable to break liability. This is different from vicarious liability (employer responsibility), strict liability (no fault needed), or Act of God (natural disaster). Option B correctly identifies remoteness.

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