The explosive demolition of a rock formation by Mountain Blasters Inc. injures Noh, who is hiking on a nearby slope. Under the doctrine of strict liability, Mountain Blasters must pay for Noh's injury
A)only if the company failed to use reasonable care.
B)only if the company was greater than 50 percent at fault.
C)only if the company was entirely at fault.
D)without regard to the fault of the company.

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Under the doctrine of strict liability, a party can be held liable for damages irrespective of fault. This means that Mountain Blasters Inc. would be liable for Noh's injury without regard to whether the company was at fault.

The Explosive Demolition of a Rock Formation by Mountain Blasters