Property Law Quizzes: Test Your Knowledge of Property Rights and Ownership

Question 1

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

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Abstract property

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Real property

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Personal property

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Intellectual property

Question 2

According to the legal principle of "Cuius est solum, eius est usque ad coelum et ad inferos," who owns the air space above and the ground beneath a piece of land?

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The landowner

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The local authority

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The government

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No one

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of an easement?

Accepted Answer

The right to cross another's property

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The right to build on another's property

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The right to exclusive possession of another's property

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The right to sell another's property

Question 4

How does a covenant differ from an easement?

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A covenant is personal, while an easement is attached to the land.

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An easement is personal, while a covenant is attached to the land.

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A covenant and an easement are essentially the same thing.

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A covenant is a type of easement.

Question 5

What is the primary function of a land registry?

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To provide a public record of land ownership and interests

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To collect property taxes

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To process land transactions

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To resolve property disputes

Question 6

What is the principle of indefeasibility of title?

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Once a person legally acquires title to land, their ownership is considered secure and cannot be challenged except in limited circumstances.

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A person who acquires title to land is responsible for any defects in the title.

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A person who acquires title to land is only protected from challenges based on fraud.

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There is no such principle as indefeasibility of title.

Question 7

What is the purpose of filing a caveat?

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To prevent the registration of a dealing that may affect the caveator's interest in land

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To register a claim to land

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To transfer title to land

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To create an easement

Question 8

Define 'property' and outline the key distinctions between real and personal property.

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Property encompasses all assets subject to ownership, with real property referring to land and buildings, while personal property includes movable items.

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Property encompasses the legal rights and interests individuals hold in relation to land or objects.

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Real property includes anything physically attached to land, while personal property comprises items that can be easily moved.

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Personal property is defined as property that is not real property.

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a recognized type of property ownership in the United Kingdom?

Accepted Answer

Partnership

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Freehold

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Leasehold

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Commonhold

Question 10

What is the key distinction between a positive and a negative covenant?

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A positive covenant requires the landowner to take action, while a negative covenant restricts their actions.

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A negative covenant requires the landowner to take action, while a positive covenant restricts their actions.

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There is no distinction between a positive and a negative covenant.

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A positive covenant benefits the landowner, while a negative covenant benefits the public.

Question 11

What is the principle of indefeasibility of title?

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A landowner's title to property is generally secure, even if there is a defect in the title.

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A landowner's title to property is insecure if there is a defect in the title.

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The government has the right to take property from landowners without compensation.

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Landowners have the right to use their property as they wish, without regard to the rights of others.

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a legitimate method of acquiring property?

Accepted Answer

Trespass

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Purchase

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Gift

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Inheritance

Question 13

What is the primary distinction between a freehold estate and a leasehold estate?

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A freehold estate is an indefinite interest in land, while a leasehold estate is a fixed-term interest in land.

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A leasehold estate is an indefinite interest in land, while a freehold estate is a fixed-term interest in land.

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There is no distinction between a freehold and a leasehold estate.

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A freehold estate benefits the landowner, while a leasehold estate benefits the public.

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of real property?

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Tangible

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Fixed in location

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Transferable

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Durable

Question 15

What is the legal term for a right that allows someone to use another person's land for a specific purpose?

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Easement

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Covenant

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Licence

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Lease

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a type of leasehold estate?

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Feudal tenure

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Fixed-term tenancy

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Periodic tenancy

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Tenancy at sufferance

Question 17

What is the legal principle that states that a person who possesses land openly and without permission for a certain period of time can acquire ownership of it?

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Adverse possession

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Estoppel by acquiescence

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Equitable estoppel

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Prescription

Question 18

Which of the following is a legal document that transfers ownership of land?

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Conveyance

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Contract

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Lease

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Mortgage

Question 19

Which legal principle allows a court to order someone to perform a contract to purchase land, even if they do not want to?

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Doctrine of part performance

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Equity will not assist a volunteer

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Equity follows the law

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Unconscionability

Question 20

Identify the item that is not considered personal property.

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Residential house

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Automobile

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Electronic computer

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Artwork

Question 21

Which legal doctrine establishes the landowner's exclusive rights to use, possess, and control their property?

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Absolute ownership

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Easement

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Covenant

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Leasehold

Question 22

Identify the type of easement that grants an individual the right to traverse another's land for a specific purpose.

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Right of way

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Easement in gross

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Profit à prendre

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Easement appurtenant

Question 23

Which of the following is a binding agreement between landowners that restricts how their land can be utilized?

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Covenant

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Lease

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Mortgage

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Easement

Question 24

What is the legal procedure by which ownership of land is transferred from one individual to another?

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Sale

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Lease

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Covenant

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Mortgage

Question 25

Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of a freehold estate?

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Indefinite ownership

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Ownership for a set period

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Ownership for life or until a certain event

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Ownership that can be terminated at any time

Question 26

Define the legal right to use or access another's land for a limited purpose.

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Easement

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Covenant

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Leasehold

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Mortgage

Question 27

Which option is not a valid method of acquiring property?

Accepted Answer

Trespassing

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Purchase

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Inheritance

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Adverse possession

Question 28

Which type of tenancy grants the tenant exclusive possession of the property?

Accepted Answer

Leasehold

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Joint tenancy

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Tenancy in common

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Licence

Question 29

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

Accepted Answer

Right to a view

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Right of way

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Right to light

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Right to support

Question 30

When transferring property ownership, which legal document is used to officially transfer the title?

Accepted Answer

Deed

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Memorandum of Agreement

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Last Will and Testament

Question 31

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

Accepted Answer

Intellectual property

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Land

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Buildings

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Fixtures

Question 32

The legal framework governing the acquisition and transfer of land in England and Wales is known as:

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The Land Registration Act 2002

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The Law of Real Property Act 1925

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The Conveyancing Act 1981

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The Settled Land Act 1925

Question 33

Which of the following is an easement?

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Right of way

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Right to build

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Right to farm

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Right to close

Question 34

A freehold estate is:

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An estate that lasts forever

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An estate that lasts for the lifetime of the owner

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An estate that lasts for a fixed period of time

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An estate that can be inherited

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a recognized type of property interest?

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Car

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Freehold

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Leasehold

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Easement

Question 36

What is the legal concept that grants the owner of a dominant tenement the right to use the land of a servient tenement for a specific purpose?

Accepted Answer

Easement

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Adverse possession

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Restrictive covenant

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Leasehold

Question 37

In England and Wales, which legal document is used to transfer ownership of land?

Accepted Answer

Deed

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Contract

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Lease

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Will

Question 38

Which of the following legal interests in land restricts the use of the land?

Accepted Answer

Restrictive covenant

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Easement

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Mortgage

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Tenancy

Question 39

What is the legal principle that allows a person to acquire ownership of land by occupying it openly and adversely for a certain period of time?

Accepted Answer

Adverse possession

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Squatter's rights

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Prescription

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Estoppel

Question 40

Which of the following is NOT a right associated with a leasehold estate?

Accepted Answer

Right to sell the property

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Exclusive possession

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Fixed duration determined by the lease

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Transferable by assignment

Question 41

Which of the following is a type of easement that allows the owner of the dominant tenement to cross over the land of the servient tenement?

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Right of way

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Easement in gross

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Easement of light

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Easement of drainage

Question 42

What is the legal remedy that allows a court to order the fulfillment of a contract for the sale of land?

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Specific performance

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Injunction

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Damages

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Rescission

Question 43

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

Accepted Answer

Land

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Furniture

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Vehicles

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Jewelry

Question 44

What is the legal principle that states that a person who owns land also owns everything permanently attached to it?

Accepted Answer

Doctrine of Fixtures

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Rule of Law

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Tenancy in Common

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Easement

Question 45

What is the main distinction between a fee simple interest and a life estate?

Accepted Answer

A fee simple grants ownership for an indefinite period, while a life estate terminates upon the death of the owner.

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A fee simple gives the owner exclusive possession, while a life estate allows for shared ownership.

Question 46

Which of the following best describes an easement?

Accepted Answer

A right to use another person's property for a specific purpose.

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Exclusive use of a building

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Ownership of a portion of land

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Leasehold interest

Question 47

What is a primary purpose of a restrictive covenant?

Accepted Answer

To impose limitations on the use of land.

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To transfer ownership of property.

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To grant an easement over property.

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To create a new property interest.

Question 48

Which of the following is a characteristic of a joint tenancy?

Accepted Answer

Ownership is shared, with the right of survivorship among joint owners.

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Each owner has the right to sell their share without the consent of the other owners.

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Ownership is divided into equal shares.

Question 49

What is the legal process by which the government can take private property for public use, with just compensation?

Accepted Answer

Eminent Domain

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Trespass

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Partition

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Adverse Possession

Question 50

Which of the following is a legal duty of a landlord to their tenant?

Accepted Answer

Providing a habitable living space.

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Paying for all utilities

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Making repairs to the tenant's personal belongings

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Allowing pets on the premises

Question 51

What is the legal remedy available to a person whose personal property has been wrongfully taken or damaged?

Accepted Answer

Trespass to Chattels

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Breach of Contract

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Libel

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Assault