Which of the following statements (if later established as untrue) would constitute a misrepresentation defense to contract formation? a. "You are going to love this house as we have." b. "The school system here is very fine." c. "This farm's well is adequate for household, ranch, and crop needs." d. "Our buyers are the happiest customers around."

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Makayla Cain

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1 April, 11:39

Which of the following statements (if later established as untrue) would constitute a misrepresentation defense to contract formation? a. "You are going to love this house as we have." b. "The school system here is very fine." c. "This farm's well is adequate for household, ranch, and crop needs." d. "Our buyers are the happiest customers around."

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Laurel Hooper · Answer 1

c. "This farm's well is adequate for household, ranch, and crop needs."

Explanation:

In common law jurisdictions, a misrepresentation is an untrue or misleading statement of fact made during negotiations by one party to another, which induces the other party to enter into the contract.

Only option C above reflects a statement that can be made during negotiation and would most likely induce the acquiring or renting party to enter the contract because it is a benefit on which the price of the property can be determined and buyers respond to perceived benefits.