Defenses to an action in strict liability include:
A) contributory negligence only.
B) contributory negligence and comparative negligence.
C) comparative negligence only.
D) express voluntary assumption of risk and in some states comparative negligence.

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Strict liability holds a party responsible for their actions regardless of fault. However, defenses such as express voluntary assumption of risk and, in some jurisdictions, comparative negligence can mitigate or negate liability. Contributory negligence is generally not a defense in strict liability cases.

Defenses to an Action in Strict Liability Include