apter 2: Student Version 13. What is the main advantage of using ADR rather than going to court? (p. 50) a. The doctrine of judicial precedent is applied. b. The process is lengthy. c. It is less expensive than litigation. d. Decisions can be appealed. 14. Compensatory damages is the most common remedy in civil legal actions; in which of the following circumstances would the court be most likely to order specific performance instead? (p. 48) a. Where the subject matter of the contract is rare or unique and compensatory damages will not suffice b. Where the subject matter is very common but very expensive c. Where the plaintiff has requested this as a special request from the judge d. Where the plaintiff has managed to prove their case on a balance of probabilities 15. What is the plaintiff doing if they mitigate damages? (p. 47) a. They are taking appropriate action to minimize their damages. b. They are taking appropriate action to maximize their damages. c. They are taking inappropriate action to minimize their damages. d. They are taking inappropriate action to maximize their damages. 16. Who is the party in a civil action that files the statement of claim and why? (p. 43) a. The defendant files to initiate the action. b. The plaintiff files to initiate the action. c. The defendant files to end the action. d. The plaintiff files to end the action. 17. Which of the following is most likely to happen if the defendant fails to file a statement of defence within the time limit? (p. 43) a. The court will extend the time limit. b. The plaintiff will file another statement of claim. c. The court will enter judgment in default against the defendant d. The court will enter judgment in default against the plaintiff