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In legal terms, which best defines "breach"?

A failure to meet agreed standards

The term "breach" in legal contexts typically refers to a failure to meet the standards outlined in a contract, law, or other legal obligation. This concept applies universally across various legal frameworks where parties are bound by specific terms. When one party fails to uphold their end of an agreement or does not adhere to legal requirements, it constitutes a breach.

The other choices focus on compliance and proactive measures rather than the concept of failing to meet obligations. For instance, full compliance with regulations indicates adherence rather than failure, the establishment of a new law pertains to legislative processes, and adopting recommended safety practices refers to proactive measures rather than measures related to failing to meet existing obligations. Therefore, only the first choice accurately captures the essence of a breach.

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Full compliance with regulations

The establishment of a new law

Adopting recommended safety practices

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