Contract Law Quizzes: Test Your Understanding of Contract Formation and Breach

Question 1

Which element is NOT essential for a contract to be legally binding?

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Adequacy of payment

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Mutual agreement

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Lawful purpose

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Competence of the parties

Question 2

In contract law, which remedy is NOT typically used to address a breach of contract?

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Criminal prosecution

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Damages

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Specific performance

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Restitution

Question 3

Under English law, which of the following is NOT an essential element for a legally binding contract?

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Intention to make a gift

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Offer

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Acceptance

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Consideration

Question 4

In contract law, when does acceptance of an offer result in a legally binding contract?

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When the offeree communicates acceptance to the offeror

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When the offer is sent to the offeree

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When the offeror acknowledges the offeree's acceptance

Question 5

In contract law, a contract may be considered illegal if it:

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Was entered into with the intent to commit a crime.

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Complies with all relevant laws and regulations.

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Was entered into under duress or undue influence.

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Provides significantly more benefit to one party than the other.

Question 6

In English contract law, which elements are essential for a contract to be legally binding?

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Offer, acceptance, and consideration

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Written agreement, signature, and notarization

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Verbal promise, witness presence, and handshake

Question 7

Who is generally presumed to have the legal capacity to form a valid contract?

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Individuals who have reached the age of majority (typically 18 or 21).

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Individuals with a mental illness diagnosis.

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Individuals under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Question 8

In contract law, what is the primary purpose of legal remedies for breach of contract?

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To compensate the party who did not break the contract for any losses caused by the breach

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To punish the party who broke the contract

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To force the party who broke the contract to do what they agreed to do

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To stop the party who did not break the contract from losing more money because of the breach

Question 9

In contract interpretation, which element holds the highest precedence in resolving conflicts between provisions?

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Written contract terms

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Verbal agreements

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Industry practices

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Subsequent actions

Question 10

In contract formation, which statement about consideration is accurate?

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Consideration must hold value for the promisor.

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Consideration can be anything agreed upon, regardless of value.

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Consideration is only necessary in unilateral contracts.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a necessary component for a legally binding contract?

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Intent to establish legal obligations

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Offer and acceptance

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Consideration

Question 12

Which element is NOT essential for a contract to be legally binding?

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Intention to create legal relations

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Offer and acceptance

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Consideration

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Capacity

Question 13

In the United Kingdom, which element is essential for a contract to be legally binding?

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Consideration (exchange of value)

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Verbal agreement to create legal obligations

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Complete agreement on all contract terms

Question 14

In contract law, is consideration always required for the validity of contracts involving interests in land?

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No, consideration is not necessary for contracts that create or transfer interests in land.

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Yes, consideration is essential for all contracts, including those involving land interests.

Question 15

In contract law, consideration refers to:

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Something of value exchanged between the parties

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The parties' intent to form a legal agreement

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The agreement itself

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The fulfillment of the contract by one or both parties

Question 16

Assess the advantages and limitations of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods, such as mediation and arbitration, in resolving contract disputes.

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ADR mechanisms facilitate confidentiality and maintain business relationships.

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ADR mechanisms are universally superior to litigation in resolving contract disputes.

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ADR mechanisms are appropriate only for resolving insignificant or low-value contract disputes.

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ADR mechanisms are legally binding and enforceable to the same extent as court judgments.

Question 17

In international contract formation, which aspect poses a unique challenge due to differences in legal systems?

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Capacity to contract

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Statute of Frauds requirements

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Consideration requirements

Question 18

Which of the following accurately describes the legal consequences of a breach of contract, considering both compensatory and non-compensatory remedies?

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Compensatory remedies aim to restore the non-breaching party to their pre-contract position, while non-compensatory remedies aim to penalize the breaching party.

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Non-compensatory remedies are only available in cases of intentional breaches.

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Compensatory remedies are always monetary in nature.

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The non-breaching party has the exclusive right to choose the remedy for a breach of contract.

Question 19

Examine the ethical concerns surrounding the use of standard form contracts in business dealings. Analyze how they affect the parties' negotiating power and the possibility of inequitable results.

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Standard form contracts have the potential to lead to unfair outcomes.

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Standard form contracts are inherently fair due to their drafting by legal professionals.

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Standard form contracts are legally binding regardless of signatures from both parties.

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Standard form contracts are always the optimal method for creating contracts.

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT an essential element of a legally binding contract?

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Intention to create legal relations

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Agreement

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Consideration

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Capacity

Question 21

An offer can be revoked:

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At any time before the offeree has accepted

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Only if the offeree has not yet started to perform

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Only if the offeree has not yet manifested their intention to accept

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Only if the offeree has not yet communicated their acceptance

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a ground for setting aside a contract for misrepresentation?

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The misrepresentation was true

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The misrepresentation was material

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The misrepresentation was made fraudulently

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The misrepresentation was made negligently

Question 23

Which of the following is a way in which a contract can be breached?

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Both of the above

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One party fails to perform their obligations under the contract

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One party repudiates the contract

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Neither of the above

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a necessary element for the formation of a valid contract under English law?

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Illegality

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Offer and acceptance

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Consideration

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Capacity

Question 25

Under which circumstance is an offer capable of being revoked?

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Prior to acceptance

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After acceptance

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During negotiations

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After rejection

Question 26

Which type of consideration is NOT recognized as valid in contract law?

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Past consideration

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Executed consideration

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Executory consideration

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Nominal consideration

Question 27

Which remedy is primarily sought for a breach of contract?

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Damages

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Specific performance

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Rescission

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Injunction

Question 28

Distinguish between an express term and an implied term in a contract.

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Express terms are explicitly stated in the contract, while implied terms are inferred from the parties' conduct or the nature of the contract.

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Implied terms are always implied by law, whereas express terms can be negotiated and varied by the parties.

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Express terms have greater legal weight than implied terms.

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Implied terms are only applicable to written contracts, while express terms can be either written or oral.

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a recognized method of interpreting a contract?

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Exclusionary rule

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Literal rule

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Golden rule

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Mischief rule

Question 30

Explain the doctrine of privity of contract and discuss its exceptions.

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The doctrine of privity of contract limits the enforceability of a contract to the parties who entered into it. Exceptions include: assignment, agency, and trusts.

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The doctrine of privity of contract prohibits third parties from benefiting from a contract, with no exceptions.

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The doctrine of privity of contract applies only to written contracts, and there are no exceptions.

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The doctrine of privity of contract is only applicable in cases where there is a breach of contract.

Question 31

What is the purpose of the parol evidence rule in contract interpretation?

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To prevent the use of external evidence to change or contradict the terms of a written contract.

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To apply only to oral contracts.

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To be strictly enforced in all cases.

Question 32

In contract law, how do the principles of good faith and fair dealing influence the interpretation and enforcement of contracts?

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Every contract inherently includes implied terms of good faith and fair dealing.

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Good faith and fair dealing are solely relevant during the contract formation stage.

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Courts lack the authority to enforce the obligation of good faith and fair dealing.

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Good faith and fair dealing apply exclusively to commercial contracts.

Question 33

Which of the following is NOT an essential element of a valid contract?

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Writing

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Offer

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Acceptance

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Consideration

Question 34

Damages for breach of contract are primarily intended to:

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Compensate the innocent party for their loss

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Punish the breaching party

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Deter future breaches

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Enrich the innocent party

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a defense to a claim for breach of contract?

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Performance

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Frustration

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Mistake

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Illegality

Question 36

A warranty in a contract is:

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An express or implied promise that a certain fact is true

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A promise to perform a certain act

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A term that is essential to the contract

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A condition that can be waived by the parties

Question 37

In contract law, which statement best describes the legal impact of an assignment?

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It transfers the assignor's rights and obligations to a third party (assignee).

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It forms a new contract involving the assignor, assignee, and the other party.

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It requires the consent of the other party to be valid.

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It must be made in writing to be effective.

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT an element necessary for a legally binding contract under English law?

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Intention to create legal obligations

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Agreement

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Consideration

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Capacity

Question 39

In the event of a breach of contract, which legal remedy aims to restore the non-breaching party to the position they would have been in if the contract had been fulfilled?

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Specific performance

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Damages

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Injunction

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Rescission

Question 40

Which legal principle governs pre-contractual negotiations, stating that promises made during these negotiations are not generally legally enforceable?

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Pre-contractual negotiations rule

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Parol evidence rule

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Collateral contract rule

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Estoppel by deed rule

Question 41

According to the Sale of Goods Act 1979, which of the following is NOT a mandatory requirement for a contract to be legally valid?

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Written form

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Agreement

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Consideration

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Capacity

Question 42

What is the legal consequence of a false statement of fact (misrepresentation) made in the context of a contract?

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The contract can be declared voidable by the non-misled party

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The contract is automatically void

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The contract is legally enforceable regardless of the misrepresentation

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The contract becomes illegal

Question 43

Which legal principle guides the interpretation of contracts, emphasizing the importance of understanding the parties' intentions?

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Intention of the parties rule

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Contra proferentem rule

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Doctrine of frustration

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Parol evidence rule

Question 44

Which of the following is NOT a recognized ground for frustrating a contract, thereby discharging the parties from their obligations?

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Mutual agreement to alter the contract

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Subsequent illegality

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Impossibility of performance

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Change of circumstances

Question 45

Which type of term is automatically included in a contract by law?

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Statutory term

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Express term

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Implied-in-fact term

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Customary term

Question 46

Which element is NOT a mandatory requirement for the formation of a legally enforceable contract?

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Absence of any pressure or coercion

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Legal capacity of the parties involved

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Genuine agreement or consent between the parties

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Purpose of the contract is lawful

Question 47

Revised: Which of the following is NOT considered an essential element of a legally valid contract?

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Illegality of purpose

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Agreement (offer and acceptance)

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Consideration (exchange of value)

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Intention to create legal relations

Question 48

Revised: An offer can be revoked:

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At any moment prior to its acceptance

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Only after acceptance has been formally communicated

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Solely if the offer is unilateral (made to one party only)

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Never, once it has been made public

Question 49

Revised: The legal principle known as 'frustration of contract' comes into play when:

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Performance of the contract becomes objectively impossible

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Performance of the contract becomes more challenging

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The contract is no longer financially viable

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The initial purpose of the contract has been achieved

Question 50

Revised: The 'parol evidence rule' primarily serves to:

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Prevent the introduction of external evidence to alter the terms of a written contract

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Permit the introduction of external evidence to clarify the terms of a written contract

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Apply exclusively to contracts that are sealed (formally executed)

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Not apply to implied terms of a contract

Question 51

What is the primary purpose of awarding damages in a breach of contract case?

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To compensate the non-breaching party for their financial loss

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To punish the breaching party

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To force the breaching party to fulfill their contractual obligations

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To prevent the breaching party from breaching again

Question 52

What is the primary remedy for breach of contract in the UK?

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Damages

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Rescission

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Specific performance

Question 53

What is the difference between an express and an implied contract?

Accepted Answer

Express contracts are created through explicit words, while implied contracts are created through the conduct of the parties or implied by law

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Express contracts are written, while implied contracts are oral

Question 54

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the Statute of Frauds to apply to a contract?

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The contract is for the sale of services

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The contract is for the sale of goods over a certain value

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The contract is for the sale of land

Question 55

What is the difference between a condition and a warranty?

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A condition is a fundamental term of the contract, the breach of which gives the innocent party the right to terminate the contract, while a warranty is a less important term, the breach of which only gives the innocent party the right to damages

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A condition is created by statute, while a warranty is created by contract

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A condition is a promise, while a warranty is a representation of fact

Question 56

What is the doctrine of frustration of contract?

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A doctrine that provides for the discharge of a contract when an unforeseen event makes it impossible or radically different to perform

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A doctrine that provides for the rescission of a contract when there has been a material breach

Question 57

What is the difference between a void and a voidable contract?

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A void contract is invalid from the outset, while a voidable contract is valid until it is set aside by a court

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A void contract is illegal, while a voidable contract is legal

Question 58

Which of the following is an essential element for the formation of a binding contract?

Accepted Answer

Offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations

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Witness's signature

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Notarization

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Written agreement

Question 59

Under which of the following circumstances can an offer be effectively revoked?

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Before it is communicated to the offeree

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Only if the revocation is in writing

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Once it is accepted by the offeree

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After a reasonable time has elapsed

Question 60

Which of the following is NOT a potential remedy for breach of contract?

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Criminal prosecution

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Rescission

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Damages

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Specific performance

Question 61

A breach of contract occurs when:

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A party fails to perform their contractual obligations without lawful excuse.

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A party enters into a contract under duress.

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A party makes a misrepresentation.

Question 62

Which of the following is NOT an essential element of a valid contract?

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Motive

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Offer

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Acceptance

Question 63

A contract is considered voidable if:

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One party was induced into the contract by misrepresentation or undue influence.

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The parties are of unequal bargaining power.

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The contract is not in writing.

Question 64

The doctrine of privity of contract means that:

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Only parties to a contract can enforce it unless a third-party is specifically identified as someone who may enforce the contract.

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Contracts are binding on the heirs and successors of the parties.

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Contracts can be assigned without the consent of the other party.

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Contracts must be in writing to be enforceable.