Asked by Hafsa Shahzada on Jul 07, 2024

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The owner of Potter's Pottery also purchased two laptop computers under the name "Potter's Pottery" from BigBox Store for use in the store. Does BigBox Store's security interest automatically perfect?

A) Yes, even though the laptops are used primarily for business, the laptops are consumer goods.
B) Yes, because the laptops are consumer goods, and, for public policy reasons, the security interest in them will always perfect automatically.
C) No, the laptops are purchased for business use and the secured party would have to file a financing statement to perfect the security interest in them.
D) No, the laptops are purchased for business use and the secured party would have to make a notation on the title to perfect the security interest in them.
E) No, even though the laptops are used primarily for business, the laptops are consumer goods and the secured party would have to file a financing statement to perfect the security interest in them.

Security Interest

A legal claim or lien on collateral, ensuring the repayment of a debt or obligation.

Financing Statement

A document filed to indicate a secured interest in an asset, used to publicize a creditor's right to collateral.

Consumer Goods

Products intended for personal or household use.

  • Differentiate between consumer goods and goods for business use in the context of secured transactions.
  • Recognize the processes involved in perfecting a security interest, including filing and possession.
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kailyn RettingerJul 10, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The laptops are purchased for business use, making them equipment rather than consumer goods. For most types of collateral, including equipment, a secured party must file a financing statement to perfect a security interest. Automatic perfection generally does not apply in this context.