Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Salesperson Manual Practice Test

What does the reasonable care standard require from dealerships?

1. Review insurance records

2. Perform a visual and operational inspection

3. Contact all previous owners

4. None of the above

The correct answer is: Perform a visual and operational inspection

The reasonable care standard requires dealerships to perform a visual and operational inspection of the vehicle before selling it to a customer. This means they must thoroughly check and test all parts of the vehicle to ensure it is safe and in good working condition. Option A, reviewing insurance records, may seem like a responsible step for dealerships to take. However, insurance records only indicate if the vehicle has been involved in any accidents or major repairs, and may not necessarily reflect its current condition. Therefore, it is not a sufficient measure for determining if a vehicle meets the reasonable care standard. Option C, contacting all previous owners, may also seem like a logical step for dealerships to take. However, it is not a requirement under the reasonable care standard. Obtaining information from previous owners may provide helpful information, but it is not a substitute for a thorough inspection. Option D, stating that none of the above is required, is incorrect because option B, performing a visual and operational inspection, is in fact required by the reasonable care standard. Dealerships are responsible for ensuring the safety and quality of the vehicles they sell, and a thorough inspection is a crucial aspect of this responsibility.