In state law, the principle of comparative fault holds that:

In state law, the principle of comparative fault holds that:




a. If the fault of the claimant is less than that of the defendant, the claimant is awarded 100% of the amount claimed


b. If the fault of the claimant is greater than that of the defendant to claimant's award is proportionately reduced


c. If the claimant is at all at fault, no award is made


d. If the fault of the claimant is less than that of the defendant, the claimant is awarded a percentage of the total loss based on the comparative fault of the parties



Answer: d. If the fault of the claimant is less than that of the defendant, the claimant is awarded a percentage of the total loss based on the comparative fault of the parties

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