Asked by Magnus Biancoma835 on May 12, 2024

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A(n) ________ misrepresentation is made with knowledge of falsity and intent to deceive.

A) innocent
B) fraudulent
C) unintentional
D) harmless

Fraudulent Misrepresentation

Deliberately providing false information to deceive another party, often to gain a financial advantage.

Intent To Deceive

Refers to the willful act of misleading or deceiving another party, often to gain an advantage or to persuade them to act in a certain way.

Knowledge Of Falsity

Awareness or acknowledgment by a person that a statement or piece of information is false or misleading, often a crucial element in fraud and defamation cases.

  • Discriminate between innocent, fraud-based, and unintentional false statements.
  • Gain insight into the legal effects and remedies linked to misrepresentation and fraudulence.
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Nicole DowntoearthMay 15, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Misrepresentations can be either "innocent" (not intentionally deceptive)or "fraudulent" (made with knowledge of falsity and intent to deceive).