ENGR 413 Chapters 13-16 Exam Questions With Correct Answers
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ENGR 413
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ENGR 413
ENGR 413 Chapters 13-16 Exam Questions
With Correct Answers
Can parties to a contract use tort to circumvent the terms of the contract? - answerNo they
cannot.
Can tort duties co-exist with contract duties? - answerYes they can
Define limitation period - answertime in which an aggrieved party ...
Are legislated codes mandatory to follow? - answer✔Legislated codes, such as building codes,
are mandatory for everyone in the relevant industry
What must professionals do related to codes and standards? - answer✔Professionals must keep
up to date with developments in their field and be familiar with the latest codes and standards
In relation to codes and standards, what will almost always be a breach of contract? -
answer✔Violation of codes mandated by law will almost always be a breach of contract.
What are the four sets of circumstances where liability can be found? - answer✔The first is
where the professional has actual knowledge that the code requirements are inadequate. Second,
a professional can be found liable if he or she reasonably should have been aware that the code
was inadequate. Third, in rare cases, courts have held that an industry cannot be permitted to set
its own standard—and professionals should not follow such standards where those standards are
careless. Finally, where the design is leading edge or unique, professionals need to be aware that
a different standard may apply. Traditional codes may not be relevant in such circumstances.
Can professionals be found negligent if they followed the minimum code requirements? -
answer✔Yes, they can
What are the 4 primary methods of dispute resolution? - answer✔litigation, arbitration,
mediation, negotiation
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