What is two-limbed test in Hadley v Baxendale?

The two-limbed test in Hadley v Baxendale is a legal test used to determine the scope of damages in a breach of contract case. It consists of two parts: first, whether the breach was foreseeable by both parties at the time of the contract; and second, whether the damages were caused by the breach. If both limbs of the test are satisfied, then the defendant may be held liable for the damages.