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    PracticeACCAACCA LW — Corporate and Business Law Practice Exam 2Question 29
    Easy1 markMultiple Choice
    The law of obligationsSection ASyllabus BCorporate and Business Law

    ACCA · Question 29 · The law of obligations

    What is the standard of proof required in a civil tort case?

    Answer options:

    A.

    Beyond reasonable doubt.

    B.

    On the balance of probabilities.

    C.

    Absolute certainty.

    D.

    Prima facie evidence.

    How to approach this question

    Distinguish between civil law (tort, contract) and criminal law standards of proof.

    Full Answer

    B.On the balance of probabilities.✓ Correct
    In civil cases, such as a claim in tort, the claimant must prove their case 'on the balance of probabilities'. This means proving that it is more likely than not that the defendant is liable.

    Common mistakes

    Confusing the civil standard with the criminal standard ('beyond reasonable doubt').
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