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Damage to a Borrowed Book

Question

Borrowed a book from a friend and it got slightly damaged. What is the ruling?

Answer

Exempt if it is due to usage, as it is considered damage due to work.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Choshen Mishpat, Siman 340

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