Asked by Daman Kalkat on Jun 30, 2024
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When a minor falsely advises the other party that he is of the age of majority and based upon that misrepresentation, the other party enters into a contract with the minor:
A) the minor has lost his right to disaffirm the contract because of the misrepresentation if the adult party in good faith reasonably relied on the misrepresentation.
B) the adult party can recover damages from the minor in tort.
C) the minor is required to restore the other party to the position occupied before the making of the contract.
D) There is no uniform rule. States differ, and depending upon the state, any of the above could be correct.
Misrepresentation
A false statement of fact made by one party to another party, which has the effect of inducing that party into a contract.
Age of Majority
The legally defined age at which an individual is considered an adult, with all the rights and responsibilities thereof.
Uniform Rule
A standardized legal rule that is adopted and applied consistently across various jurisdictions or entities.
- Understand the judicial consequences of age falsification in contract creation and its subsequent annulment.
Verified Answer
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Zybrea KnightJul 06, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The correct answer is D because the laws regarding contracts with minors, especially when a minor misrepresents their age, vary significantly from state to state. Some jurisdictions may hold the minor accountable in certain ways, while others may not. Therefore, there is no single rule that applies across all states, making D the correct choice.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the judicial consequences of age falsification in contract creation and its subsequent annulment.