Statute of Frauds: A Comprehensive Guide for Agency and Partnership

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a valid written memorandum under the Statute of Frauds?

Accepted Answer

An oral agreement that is later confirmed in writing

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A signed and dated email

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A letter written by the party to be bound

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A transcript of an audio recording of the agreement, signed by both parties

Question 2

In a partnership, who is liable for the debts and obligations of the partnership?

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General partner

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Limited partner

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Dormant partner

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Nominal partner

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the formation of a valid agency?

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A written contract

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Mutual consent between the principal and the agent

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Capacity of the principal and the agent

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A lawful purpose

Question 4

What is the key distinction between actual authority and apparent authority?

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Actual authority is express, while apparent authority is implied

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Apparent authority is greater than actual authority

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Actual authority is created by the principal, while apparent authority is created by the agent

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There is no difference between actual authority and apparent authority

Question 5

Under the Statute of Frauds, which of these oral agreements is legally binding?

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A contract to provide services that will be finished within a year

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A contract to buy real estate

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A contract to borrow money

Question 6

Which of the following is an exception to the Statute of Frauds for agency contracts?

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Contracts that are fully performed by the agent.

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Contracts that involve the sale of land.

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Contracts that are for a period of one year or less.

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Contracts that are entered into orally by the principal.

Question 7

True or False: A partnership agreement that does not comply with the Statute of Frauds is legally enforceable.

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False

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True

Question 8

True or False: The Statute of Frauds applies to all contracts for the sale of goods, regardless of their value.

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False

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True

Question 9

True or False: The Statute of Frauds is intended to prevent fraud and perjury in the formation of contracts.

Accepted Answer

True

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False

Question 10

True or False: The Statute of Frauds only applies to contracts that are created orally.

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False

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True

Question 11

In an agency relationship, who acts on behalf of the other party?

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Agent

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Principal

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Employee

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Contractor

Question 12

What is the primary difference between actual and apparent agency?

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Actual agency is created when the principal expressly authorizes the agent, while apparent agency can be created by the principal's conduct

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Actual agency is created by agreement, while apparent agency is created by operation of law

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Apparent agency is created by agreement, while actual agency is created by conduct

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There is no real difference between actual and apparent agency

Question 13

For which acts of an agent is the principal generally liable?

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Acts within the scope of the agent's authority

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Acts outside the scope of the agent's authority

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Acts that benefit the principal

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Acts that harm the agent

Question 14

Which of the following is an advantage of forming a partnership?

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Ease and flexibility in management

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Unlimited liability for all partners

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Limited tax liability

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Complicated and time-consuming formation process

Question 15

What is the primary objective of the Statute of Frauds?

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Preventing fraud and false claims

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Protecting consumers from unfair contracts

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Promoting efficient contracting practices

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Maintaining a record of financial transactions

Question 16

Which of the following scenarios would satisfy the Statute of Frauds for an agency contract?

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The principal provides written authorization to the agent.

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The agent's authority is granted orally, and they act on the principal's behalf for over a year.

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The agency relationship is inferred from the conduct of both parties.

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The agent signs a written contract without the principal's consent.

Question 17

An agent owes their principal the following primary duties:

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Loyalty, obedience, and care

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Disclosure, confidentiality, and accounting

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Loyalty, obedience, and disclosure

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Care, confidentiality, and accounting

Question 18

A partnership is defined as:

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A group of individuals who collaborate in a business venture for profit.

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A distinct legal entity independent of its owners.

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An agreement between individuals to share profits and losses.

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A business structure that offers limited liability to its owners.

Question 19

Which of the following is not a recognized type of partnership?

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Sole proprietorship

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General partnership

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Limited partnership

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Limited liability partnership

Question 20

What is the primary purpose of the Statute of Frauds?

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Prevent fraudulent contracts

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Make it easier to form contracts

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Ensure fairness in contracts

Question 21

What is the direct consequence of failing to comply with the Statute of Frauds?

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The contract is unenforceable.

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The contract is void.

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Damages are awarded to the non-complying party.

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The contract's duration is extended.

Question 22

Which type of contract is an exception to the Statute of Frauds and does not require a written agreement?

Accepted Answer

Sale of goods

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Agency contracts

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Real estate contracts

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Partnership agreements

Question 23

Which of the following is an exception to the requirement that contracts for the sale of goods over $500 be in writing?

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The contract is fully performed by both parties

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The contract is a unilateral contract

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The goods are custom-made

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The contract is for the sale of a security

Question 24

What is the consequence of failing to comply with the Statute of Frauds?

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The contract is unenforceable

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The contract is void

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The contract is voidable

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There is no effect on the contract

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT an essential element of a written memorandum under the Statute of Frauds?

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It must be notarized

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It must be signed by the party to be charged

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It must contain the essential terms of the contract

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It must be dated

Question 26

What is the purpose of the "parol evidence rule" in relation to the Statute of Frauds?

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To prevent parties from introducing evidence that contradicts the terms of a written contract

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To ensure that all contracts are in writing

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To make it easier to prove the existence of a contract

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To protect consumers from fraud

Question 27

Which of the following state statutes is most similar to the Statute of Frauds?

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Uniform Commercial Code

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Uniform Partnership Act

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Uniform Trust Code

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Uniform Probate Code

Question 28

According to the Statute of Frauds, what is the minimum requirement for an agency contract that will last for more than one year?

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It must be in writing and signed by both parties

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It must be in writing and signed by the agent only

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It must be in writing and signed by the principal only

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It must be oral and witnessed by two or more people

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of the Statute of Frauds?

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Encouraging economic growth

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Preventing fraud

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Promoting certainty in contracts

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Protecting illiterate parties

Question 30

Under the Statute of Frauds, which type of contract must be in writing to be enforceable?

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A contract for the sale of goods worth more than $500

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A contract for the purchase of a house

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A contract for the services of an attorney

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A contract for the sale of a car

Question 31

What is the primary purpose of the Statute of Frauds?

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To prevent fraud and protect against false claims

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To protect creditors from fraudulent transfers of property

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To simplify the process of contracting

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To promote economic growth by encouraging investment

Question 32

What is the legal consequence of failing to comply with the Statute of Frauds?

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The contract is unenforceable (不可执行的)

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The contract is void (legally无效)

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The contract is voidable (可撤销的)

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The contract is valid (有效的)

Question 33

Which of the following is NOT an essential element of an agency relationship?

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Independent contractor status of the agent

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Consent between the principal and the agent

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Control by the principal over the agent's actions

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Fiduciary duty owed by the agent to the principal

Question 34

Which type of partnership is formed when two or more individuals agree to share profits and losses?

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General partnership

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Limited partnership

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Limited liability partnership

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Joint venture

Question 35

What is the primary purpose of the Statute of Frauds?

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To prevent fraud and perjury

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To promote economic development

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To protect the rights of creditors

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To facilitate the formation of contracts

Question 36

What is the main legal consequence of failing to comply with the requirements of the Statute of Frauds?

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The contract is unenforceable

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The contract is void

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The contract is voidable

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The contract is still valid but damages are limited

Question 37

Which of the following is a valid defense against the application of the Statute of Frauds?

Accepted Answer

Estoppel

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Lack of capacity

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Illegality

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Unconscionability

Question 38

What is the main purpose of the parol evidence rule?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the introduction of extrinsic evidence that contradicts the terms of a written contract

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To facilitate the negotiation of contracts

Question 39

What is the legal effect of a written contract that is not signed by both parties?

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It is generally not legally enforceable

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It is enforceable if it is partially signed

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It is enforceable if it is notarized

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It is enforceable if it is witnessed by a third party

Question 40

What is the most effective way to avoid the application of the Statute of Frauds to a contract?

Accepted Answer

Put the contract in writing and have it signed by both parties

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Get the contract witnessed by a third party

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Record the contract with the county clerk

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Make sure the contract is notarized

Question 41

Which of the following is an exception to the requirement that contracts covered by the Statute of Frauds must be in writing?

Accepted Answer

Contracts for services that will be completed within one year

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Promise to answer for another's debt

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Contracts for the sale of land

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Marriage contracts

Question 42

A written agreement under the Statute of Frauds must include all of the following EXCEPT:

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Signatures of witnesses

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Consideration

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Description of the subject matter

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Terms of the agreement

Question 43

Which of the following is a legal consequence of failing to comply with the Statute of Frauds?

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The contract is unenforceable in court

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The contract is subject to specific performance

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The contract is void

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The contract is illegal

Question 44

Which of the following types of contracts is exempt from the Statute of Frauds' writing requirement?

Accepted Answer

Contracts for the sale of goods under $500

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Contracts for the sale of real estate

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Contracts for the creation of a partnership

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Contracts for services to be performed beyond one year

Question 45

What is the primary purpose of the Statute of Frauds?

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To prevent fraud and protect against disputes by requiring written evidence of certain contracts

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To simplify the process of contract formation

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To protect consumers from unfair business practices

Question 46

Which of the following is NOT a type of contract covered by the Statute of Frauds?

Accepted Answer

Employment contracts that do not exceed one year

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Agency contracts

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Contracts for the sale of real estate

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Contracts for services to be performed within one year

Question 47

Failure to satisfy the requirements of the Statute of Frauds can result in:

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The contract being rendered unenforceable in court

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The contract being automatically void

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Criminal penalties for the involved parties

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The contract being enforceable, but with limitations

Question 48

According to the Statute of Frauds, what type of document is sufficient as a memorandum to satisfy its requirements?

Accepted Answer

A written note signed by the party against whom the contract is being enforced

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An audio recording of the contract terms

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An email confirming the essential terms of the contract

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A text message summarizing the contract

Question 49

What is the purpose of the parol evidence rule?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the introduction of extrinsic evidence that contradicts or alters the terms of a written contract

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To prohibit the use of written evidence to supplement a written contract

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To permit the admission of oral evidence to explain or clarify the meaning of a written contract

Question 50

Which of the following is an exception to the parol evidence rule?

Accepted Answer

Evidence of fraud or mistake in the formation of the contract

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Evidence of the parties' subjective intent

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Evidence of the surrounding circumstances at the time of contracting

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Evidence of subsequent oral modifications to the contract

Question 51

What is the Statute of Limitations for breach of an agency contract?

Accepted Answer

Varies by jurisdiction, but typically 2-5 years

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There is no Statute of Limitations for breach of an agency contract

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One year from the date of the breach

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Ten years from the date of the breach

Question 52

Which of the following is an advantage of having a written agency contract?

Accepted Answer

Provides clear evidence of the terms and conditions of the agency relationship

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Protects the agent from liability for any acts or omissions

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Guarantees that the agency relationship will be successful

Question 53

What is the duty of an agent to disclose all material information to their principal?

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A fiduciary duty

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A moral duty

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A contractual duty

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A statutory duty