Once a plaintiff has established a prima facie case:
A)the case is won.
B)the case can survive a directed verdict motion by the defendant.
C)the defendant cannot present contradictory evidence.
D)a judgment NOV is granted.
E)none of the above

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Establishing a prima facie case means that the plaintiff has provided enough evidence to support their claim. However, the defendant can still present contradictory evidence and attempt to disprove the plaintiff's case. If the defendant is unsuccessful in doing so, the case can proceed to trial. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

Once a Plaintiff Has Established a Prima Facie Case