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In a civil action for damages arising from a defective braking system in a commercial truck, Plaintiff P sues Manufacturer M and Dealer D for damages. In Dealer D's Answer, D asserts a Cross-Claim against Manufacturer M for indemnity and damages arising from M's independent fault in the braking system that contributed to the accident. In Manufacturer M's Answer, M asserts a Third-Party Complaint against Component Supplier S for indemnity against all or part of P's claim. (a) Identify the pleadings present and classify each under Rule 6 as complaint, answer, cross-claim, counterclaim, or third-party complaint. (b) Discuss whether a cross-claim is proper under Rule 6 and the conditions for asserting a cross-claim. (c) If the cross-claim is proper, outline the procedural steps required to adjudicate the cross-claim within the action.