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?
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AJake 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.
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BRebecca borrows her neighbor's car, and when she returns it, the gas tank is practically empty. She apologizes profusely and tells her neighbor she will be more considerate the next time.
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CAaron asks Tom to check in on his apartment while he is out of town. When Tom arrives, he discovers that a pipe has burst and there is a considerable amount of water damage. He calls a plumber to repair the pipe.
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DLisa suspects that the pothole in her company's parking lot caused her flat tire. She tells her boss that she thinks the company should pay for the repair.
Answer
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/ApproachCheck 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/AlternativeRestitution involves restoring the injured party financially; only (A) fits fully.
Common pitfalls
- Confusing apology or repair coordination with monetary restitution.
Final AnswerJake offers to pay for the repair — restitution.