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During a severe storm, a neighbor notices a large tree on Marta's property that risks toppling onto a neighboring house. Without Marta's knowledge or consent, the neighbor enters Marta's property, cuts away the damaged portion, and hires a tree surgeon to secure the tree, paying 40,000 out of pocket. Marta returns and refuses to reimburse. (a) Identify the source of obligation that would bind Marta to reimburse the neighbor. (b) State the essential elements of that source and distinguish it from other sources of obligation. (c) Apply to the facts: Is the neighbor entitled to reimbursement? If yes, what expenses are recoverable and under what limits? If no, why not?