Personal Property Law: Master the Legal Framework for Personal Assets

Question 1

Which of the following characteristics does NOT apply to personal property?

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Intangible and immovable

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Tangible and movable

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Transferable

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Excludable

Question 2

A bailment is created when:

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One party delivers personal property to another party for a specific purpose.

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One party sells personal property to another party.

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One party leases personal property to another party.

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One party gives personal property to another party as a gift.

Question 3

Which type of bailment involves the bailee possessing goods primarily for their own benefit?

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Bailment for the benefit of the bailee

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Bailment for the benefit of the bailor

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Bailment for mutual benefit

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Gratuitous bailment

Question 4

The law governing personal property consists of:

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Both statutory and common law

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Statutory law

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Common law

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Neither statutory nor common law

Question 5

Which principle is fundamental to the law of personal property?

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Possession is nine-tenths of the law

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Equity follows the law

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Ignorance of the law is no excuse

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Res judicata

Question 6

In the case of Armory v Delamirie, which principle was established?

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A finder of lost property has a better right to possession than the previous owner

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The true owner of lost property is entitled to recover it from anyone who possesses it

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A person who finds lost property has a duty to return it to the owner

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The finder of lost property has no rights to the property

Question 7

In a bailment under English law, the person who transfers possession of the goods is known as the:

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Bailor

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Bailee

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Donor

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Donee

Question 8

A person who acquires possession of personal property in good faith and without notice of any adverse claims under English law is called a:

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Bona fide purchaser

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Trespasser

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Bailee

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Lienholder

Question 9

In a pledge under English law, the debtor's personal property is used as:

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Security for a loan

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Payment for a debt

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Compensation for damages

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Evidence of ownership

Question 10

Which of the following is not considered personal property?

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Real estate

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Tangible goods

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Intangible goods

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Intellectual property

Question 11

In a bailment contract, the person who receives possession of the property from the owner is known as the:

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Bailee

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Bailor

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Vendor

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Purchaser

Question 12

Which of the following is a type of intangible personal property?

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A share in a company

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A car

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A building

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A painting

Question 13

In the context of bailment, who holds temporary possession of the property?

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The bailee

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The bailor

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The owner

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The lienholder

Question 14

True or False: Intellectual property rights can be considered a type of personal property.

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True

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False

Question 15

What is the key distinction between a pledge and a hypothec?

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A pledge requires the creditor to possess the collateral, while a hypothec does not

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A hypothec requires the creditor to possess the collateral, while a pledge does not

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They are essentially the same type of security interest

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Neither of the above

Question 16

In a sale of goods contract where the parties have not specified the time of transfer, when does title to the goods typically pass from the seller to the buyer?

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Upon delivery of the goods

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Upon agreement of the parties

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Upon payment of the purchase price

Question 17

Who has the immediate right to possession of goods that have been bailed?

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The bailee.

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The bailor.

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The owner.

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The possessor.

Question 18

What is the primary distinction between a fixed charge and a floating charge?

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A fixed charge is secured against specific assets, while a floating charge is secured against all assets of the company.

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A floating charge is secured against specific assets, while a fixed charge is secured against all assets of the company.

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There is no distinction between a fixed charge and a floating charge.

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A fixed charge is a legal charge, while a floating charge is an equitable charge.

Question 19

What is the legal principle known as the doctrine of frustration?

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It provides that a contract may be discharged if an unforeseen event occurs that makes performance impossible or radically different from what was originally agreed upon.

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It allows a party to withdraw from a contract if they are dissatisfied with its terms.

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It applies only to contracts for the sale of goods.

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It has no application in English law.

Question 20

What is the fundamental difference between a gift and a bailment?

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A gift transfers ownership, while a bailment does not.

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A bailment transfers ownership, while a gift does not.

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There is no difference between a gift and a bailment.

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A gift is a type of bailment.

Question 21

What is the primary distinction between a tangible and an intangible asset?

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A tangible asset has a physical form, while an intangible asset does not.

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An intangible asset has a physical form, while a tangible asset does not.

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There is no distinction between a tangible and an intangible asset.

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A tangible asset is a type of intangible asset.

Question 22

A bailment is created when:

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One person delivers goods to another for a specific purpose, and with the intention that these goods be returned.

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One person sells goods to another.

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One person gives a gift of goods to another.

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One person finds lost goods.

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a type of intellectual property?

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Goodwill

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Copyright

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Patent

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Trademark

Question 24

Which of the following is a characteristic of a bailment?

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Possession of personal property without ownership

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Transfer of ownership of personal property

Question 25

A pledge is a type of:

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Bailment

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Sale

Question 26

The legal relationship between a person who finds lost property and the true owner is known as:

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Quasi-contract

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Bailment

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT considered to be a form of personal property?

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Land

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Tangible goods

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Intangible property

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Fixtures

Question 28

In a bailment relationship, the party who receives possession of the goods is known as the:

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Bailee

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Bailor

Question 29

When is a seller justified in rescinding a contract for the sale of goods?

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When the buyer materially breaches the contract

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When the goods are damaged before delivery

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When the market price of the goods falls

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Never

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT considered personal property?

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A house

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A laptop computer

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A patent

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A car

Question 31

In a bailment scenario, which party has temporary possession of the goods?

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Bailee

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Bailor

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Lienholder

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Owner

Question 32

What is the legal definition of 'fixtures' as distinct from 'chattels'?

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Goods that are attached to and treated as part of the land

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Goods that are not permanently attached to the land

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Goods that are used in the course of business

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Goods that are owned by the tenant

Question 33

Which of the following factors is NOT considered in determining the value of goods for the purpose of damages?

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Sentimental value

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Cost of replacement

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Market value

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Insurance value

Question 34

What is the essential difference between a lien and a bailment?

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A lien is a security interest, while a bailment is a type of transfer of possession

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A lien gives the creditor possession of the goods, while a bailment does not

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A bailment gives the bailee a possessory interest in the goods, while a lien does not

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A bailment is a transfer of ownership, while a lien is not

Question 35

What is the legal principle known as accession, in the context of personal property?

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When one item of personal property becomes permanently attached to another

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When one item of personal property is transferred to another owner

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When one item of personal property is lost or destroyed

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When one item of personal property is converted into another

Question 36

What legal principle governs the transfer of ownership of goods in a sale of goods contract?

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Nemo dat quod non habet

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Caveat emptor

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Pacta sunt servanda

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Res judicata

Question 37

What is the significance of the "rule in Rylands v Fletcher" concerning personal property?

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It imposes strict liability for harm caused by the escape of dangerous substances

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It creates a presumption of negligence in cases of trespass to personal property

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It abolishes the defense of contributory negligence in cases of damage to personal property

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It extends the principle of vicarious liability to cases involving damage to personal property

Question 38

Which of the following is an example of intangible personal property?

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Shares in a company

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Artwork

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Motor vehicle

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Building

Question 39

What legal principle governs the order of priority of competing claims to personal property?

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First in time, first in right

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Nemo dat quod non habet

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Caveat emptor

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Pacta sunt servanda

Question 40

Which of the following is not a characteristic of personal property?

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It is considered real estate.

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It is tangible.

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It is movable.

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It is capable of being owned.

Question 41

What is the legal relationship formed when one person gives personal property to another person who agrees to hold and return it?

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Bailment

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Sale

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Lease

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Gift

Question 42

Factors that can affect the measure of damages in a breach of contract for the sale of goods do NOT include:

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The price paid for the goods.

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The nature of the goods.

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The purpose for which the goods were purchased.

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The foreseeability of the loss.

Question 43

The principle stating that a person acquiring personal property from a thief gains only a voidable title is:

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Nemo dat quod non habet.

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Possession is nine-tenths of the law.

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Equity follows the law.

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Finders keepers.

Question 44

A bailment involving the transfer of possession of goods to a bailee who will profit from them is known as:

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Bailment for hire.

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Gratuitous bailment.

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Bailment at will.

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Bailment for safekeeping.

Question 45

The fundamental concept underlying the law of bailment is:

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Transfer of possession of goods from one party to another

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Sale of goods between two parties

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Creation of a contract between two parties

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Ownership of goods by multiple parties

Question 46

Which of the following is not a characteristic of personal property?

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Immovable

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Tangible

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Movable

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Transferable

Question 47

Define bailment as a concept.

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One party transfers possession of goods to another party for a designated purpose.

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One party assigns ownership of goods to another party.

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One party rents goods to another party for a specified duration.

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One party pledges goods to another party as security for a loan.

Question 48

What is the primary objective of the Sale of Goods Act 1979?

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To establish the legal framework for the sale of goods in England and Wales.

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To ensure fair trading practices in the goods market.

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To promote competition among goods sellers.

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To facilitate international trade in goods.

Question 49

What distinguishes a secured bailment from an unsecured bailment?

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A secured bailment involves collateral to secure the bailee's obligations, while an unsecured bailment does not.

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An unsecured bailment involves collateral to secure the bailee's obligations, while a secured bailment does not.

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There is no distinction between a secured and an unsecured bailment.

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A secured bailment is created through a written agreement, while an unsecured bailment is created orally.

Question 50

What is the key difference between a chose in possession and a chose in action?

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A chose in possession is a physical item of personal property, while a chose in action is an intangible right to personal property.

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A chose in action is a physical item of personal property, while a chose in possession is an intangible right to personal property.

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There is no difference between a chose in possession and a chose in action.

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A chose in possession is created by a written agreement, while a chose in action is created orally.

Question 51

In the context of bailment, who has legal possession but not ownership of the goods?

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Bailee (person who receives possession)

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Bailor (person who gives possession)

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Lienor (person who holds possession as security for a debt)

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Mortgagee (person who holds a mortgage on the goods)

Question 52

Which type of bailment involves the bailee receiving no benefit from the arrangement?

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Depositum (safekeeping)

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Mandate (performing a service)

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Pledge (security for a debt)

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Hire (rental)