Master Secured Transactions: A Comprehensive Guide for Business Law Students

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for attachment of a security interest to be effective?

Accepted Answer

Filing a financing statement

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An agreement between the parties

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Value given by the secured party

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Debtor having rights in the collateral

Question 2

What's the main reason for perfecting a security interest?

Accepted Answer

To inform the public and secure priority over others

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To guarantee top priority over all creditors

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To make the security interest valid and enforceable

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To give the secured creditor immediate possession of the collateral

Question 3

According to the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), how do you typically perfect a security interest in personal property?

Accepted Answer

File a financing statement in the correct location

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Take physical control of the collateral

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Win a court case against the borrower

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Have the borrower sign a loan agreement

Question 4

In a secured transaction, the primary function of a security interest is to:

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Ensure repayment of the underlying debt or fulfillment of the secured contract.

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Grant the secured creditor immediate possession of the collateral upon default.

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Allow the debtor to sell the collateral and use the proceeds to pay off the secured debt.

Question 5

What is the process by which a security interest is made legally enforceable against third parties?

Accepted Answer

Perfection

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Negotiation

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Acceptance

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Negotiation and perfection

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a right of a secured creditor?

Accepted Answer

To modify the terms of the loan

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To foreclose on the collateral

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To repossess the collateral

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To sell the collateral after default

Question 7

What is the effect of a debtor filing for bankruptcy on a perfected security interest?

Accepted Answer

The secured creditor must file a claim in bankruptcy

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The security interest is extinguished

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The secured creditor's rights are unaffected

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The security interest is automatically terminated

Question 8

In accordance with the Uniform Commercial Code, which of the following takes precedence over an unperfected security interest in inventory?

Accepted Answer

A perfected purchase money security interest

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An unperfected artisan's lien

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A perfected security interest in equipment

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An unperfected security interest in accounts receivable

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT considered a type of security interest under the Uniform Commercial Code?

Accepted Answer

Mortgage on real estate

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Security interest in goods

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Security interest in investment property

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Security interest in accounts receivable

Question 10

What is the primary purpose of perfecting a security interest?

Accepted Answer

To make the security interest valid against third parties

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To make the security interest valid against the debtor

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To make the security interest enforceable against the debtor

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To make the security interest enforceable against third parties

Question 11

A security agreement must be in writing to be enforceable against:

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Both the debtor and third parties

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The debtor only

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Third parties only

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Neither the debtor nor third parties

Question 12

Under the Uniform Commercial Code, which of the following transactions is NOT governed by the law of secured transactions?

Accepted Answer

Loan of money

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Sale of goods

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Lease of goods

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Financing of accounts receivable

Question 13

In a bankruptcy proceeding, what is the typical priority of a secured creditor's claim?

Accepted Answer

It is paid in full before unsecured creditors.

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It is paid pro rata with unsecured creditors.

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It is paid only if there are sufficient assets to cover all claims.

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It is automatically discharged.

Question 14

In a purchase money security interest, the security interest arises when:

Accepted Answer

The debtor acquires the collateral through a loan.

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The debtor already owns the collateral.

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The creditor files a financing statement.

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The debtor signs a security agreement.

Question 15

Which of the following is a method of perfecting a security interest in collateral?

Accepted Answer

Both A and B.

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Filing a financing statement.

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Obtaining possession of the collateral.

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Neither A nor B.

Question 16

The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) governs:

Accepted Answer

All secured transactions involving personal property.

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Only secured transactions involving real estate.

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Only secured transactions involving consumer goods.

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Only secured transactions involving intellectual property.

Question 17

In a default situation, a secured creditor can:

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Both A and B.

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Repossess the collateral and sell it.

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File a lawsuit against the debtor.

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Neither A nor B.

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a type of collateral?

Accepted Answer

Services.

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Personal property.

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Real estate.

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Intellectual property.

Question 19

The filing of a financing statement:

Accepted Answer

Is required to perfect a security interest in most cases.

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Is only required for security interests in consumer goods.

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Is optional, but gives the secured creditor priority over other creditors.

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Is only effective if the debtor consents to it.

Question 20

The priority of a security interest is determined primarily by:

Accepted Answer

The date the financing statement was filed.

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The date the security agreement was signed.

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The amount of the loan.

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The type of collateral.

Question 21

In the event of a debtor filing for bankruptcy, what legal recourse is available to a secured creditor?

Accepted Answer

Petition the court to lift the automatic stay and repossess the collateral

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Forfeit all rights to the collateral

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Seize the collateral immediately

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Receive equal treatment with unsecured creditors

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a secured transaction?

Accepted Answer

The debtor may sell the collateral without the consent of the secured party.

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The debtor retains possession of the collateral.

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The secured party has the right to repossess the collateral if the debtor defaults.

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The secured party has a right to priority over unsecured creditors.

Question 23

A security interest is perfected when:

Accepted Answer

The secured party files a financing statement.

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The debtor signs a security agreement.

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The secured party takes possession of the collateral.

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The debtor defaults on the loan.

Question 24

Which of the following is a type of collateral that is considered intangible?

Accepted Answer

Accounts receivable

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Inventory

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Equipment

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Real estate

Question 25

What is the main purpose of a financing statement?

Accepted Answer

To perfect a security interest.

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To create a security interest.

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To terminate a security interest.

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To modify a security interest.

Question 26

In a bankruptcy proceeding, what is typically the priority of a secured creditor's claim?

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First priority

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Second priority

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Third priority

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Last priority

Question 27

Which of the following factors typically does NOT affect the enforceability or validity of a security agreement?

Accepted Answer

The age of the debtor.

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The condition of the collateral.

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The terms of the loan.

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The presence of the debtor's signature.

Question 28

What is the primary difference between a security interest and a lien?

Accepted Answer

A security interest is created by contract, while a lien is created by operation of law.

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A security interest is voluntary, while a lien is involuntary.

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A lien is voluntary, while a security interest is involuntary.

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A lien is created by contract, while a security interest is created by operation of law.

Question 29

What is the effect of a security interest on the debtor's ownership of the collateral?

Accepted Answer

The debtor retains ownership of the collateral, subject to the secured party's rights.

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The debtor loses ownership of the collateral.

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The secured party becomes the owner of the collateral.

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Ownership of the collateral is transferred to a third party.

Question 30

What is the primary objective of perfecting a security interest?

Accepted Answer

To notify potential third parties

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To establish the security interest

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To transfer ownership of the collateral

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To extinguish the underlying debt

Question 31

When determining the priority of conflicting security interests in the same collateral, which rule applies?

Accepted Answer

First-to-perfect rule

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First-in-time rule

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Last-in-time rule

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Equitable subordination rule

Question 32

Which type of asset is excluded from the scope of Article 9 of the UCC?

Accepted Answer

Real estate

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Inventory

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Equipment

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Intangible property

Question 33

Which of the following is not a legal remedy available to a secured creditor in the event of default?

Accepted Answer

File a proof of claim in bankruptcy court

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Foreclosure

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Repossession

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Obtain a deficiency judgment

Question 34

Upon default by the debtor, a secured creditor's primary remedy is to:

Accepted Answer

Repossess the collateral and sell it to satisfy the secured debt.

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Sue the debtor personally for the full amount owed.

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File for bankruptcy to collect on the secured debt.

Question 35

A security interest in crops growing or to be grown can be perfected by:

Accepted Answer

Filing a financing statement with the Secretary of State's office.

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Taking possession of the crops.

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Having the debtor sign a security agreement.

Question 36

In the event of a bankruptcy filing by the debtor, a secured creditor's claim is:

Accepted Answer

Secured up to the value of the collateral.

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Fully secured, regardless of the value of the collateral.

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Unsecured and treated like other general creditors.

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT a type of commercial paper?

Accepted Answer

Stock certificate

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Bill of exchange

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Certificate of deposit

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Promissory note

Question 38

A holder in due course of a negotiable instrument takes the instrument free of:

Accepted Answer

All claims and defenses of previous holders.

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Claims but not defenses of previous holders.

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Defenses but not claims of previous holders.

Question 39

What is the primary purpose of perfecting a security interest?

Accepted Answer

To give notice to third parties of the secured party's interest in the collateral.

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To create a security interest in the collateral.

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To transfer ownership of the collateral to the secured party.

Question 40

What is the effect of a security agreement on the debtor's ownership of the collateral?

Accepted Answer

The debtor retains ownership of the collateral, but the secured party has a right to repossess it if the debtor defaults.

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The debtor loses ownership of the collateral, and the secured party becomes the owner.

Question 41

Which of the following has priority in the event of competing security interests in the same collateral, assuming both interests are perfected?

Accepted Answer

The perfected security interest that was first to be perfected.

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The perfected security interest that is in favor of a consumer.

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The perfected security interest that is for a larger amount.

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The perfected security interest that is secured by a purchase money security interest.

Question 42

Which of the following is a right of a secured creditor in the event of a default by the debtor?

Accepted Answer

To repossess the collateral and sell it to satisfy the debt.

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To sue the debtor for breach of contract.

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To file a claim in bankruptcy court.

Question 43

What is the key difference between a purchase money security interest and a non-purchase money security interest?

Accepted Answer

A purchase money security interest secures the purchase price of the collateral, while a non-purchase money security interest secures a pre-existing debt.

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A purchase money security interest has priority over a non-purchase money security interest.

Question 44

What is the main purpose of a financing statement?

Accepted Answer

To provide public notice of a security interest in collateral.

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To transfer ownership of the collateral to the secured party.

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To create a security interest in the collateral.

Question 45

What is the significance of the automatic stay in bankruptcy?

Accepted Answer

It halts collection actions against the debtor and provides an opportunity for reorganization.

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It allows creditors to continue to collect their debts from the debtor.

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It discharges the debtor's debts.

Question 46

In the context of secured transactions, which of the following is a primary objective?

Accepted Answer

Establishing a security interest in personal property as collateral for a debt or obligation

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Transferring ownership of personal property from one party to another

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Forming a partnership between multiple individuals or entities

Question 47

What is the main advantage of perfecting a security interest?

Accepted Answer

It grants priority to the secured party over other creditors in the event of a debtor's default

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It creates a personal obligation on the debtor to repay the debt

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It automatically transfers ownership of the collateral to the secured party

Question 48

What are the legal implications of a security interest?

Accepted Answer

It empowers the secured party to repossess and sell the collateral upon the debtor's default

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It prohibits the debtor from using the collateral as security for additional debts

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It imposes personal liability on the debtor for repaying the debt

Question 49

Which characteristic is unique to a purchase money security interest?

Accepted Answer

It secures the payment of the purchase price of the collateral

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It automatically takes precedence over all other security interests

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It is only applicable in consumer transactions

Question 50

How does a debtor's bankruptcy impact secured creditors?

Accepted Answer

The secured creditor's interest may be extinguished or ranked below other claims

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The secured creditor's claim remains unaffected by the bankruptcy

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The secured creditor automatically becomes the owner of the collateral

Question 51

What is the main reason for using a secured transaction?

Accepted Answer

To provide the lender with additional security and protection for their loan

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To reduce the overall cost of borrowing

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To eliminate the need for a personal guarantee

Question 52

What is the fundamental difference between a security interest and a lien?

Accepted Answer

A security interest is created by an agreement between parties, while a lien arises by operation of law

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A security interest is limited to personal property, while a lien can apply to both real and personal property

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A security interest grants the secured party the right to repossess the collateral, whereas a lien does not