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It is appropriate to compensate someone if you have damaged his or her property in some way. This is called Restitution. Which situation below is the best example of Restitution?

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Jake borrows Leslie's camera and the lens shatters when it falls on the ground because he fails to zipper the case. When Jake returns the camera, he tells Leslie that he will pay for the repair.

Explanation:

Given data

  • Restitution = paying/compensating someone for damage you caused.

Concept/Approach
Check for personal responsibility plus a concrete offer to repair/repay.


Step-by-step reasoning
(A) Jake's negligence caused damage; he offers to pay → restitution.(B) Apology only; no compensation.(C) Tom didn't cause the damage; he mitigated it. Not restitution.(D) Lisa seeks compensation for herself; not paying for damage she caused.


Verification/Alternative
Restitution involves restoring the injured party financially; only (A) fits fully.


Common pitfalls

  • Confusing apology or repair coordination with monetary restitution.

Final Answer
Jake offers to pay for the repair — restitution.

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