Asked by Andrea Weitoschova on May 03, 2024

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Which of the following is/are found when one party was forced into an agreement by the wrongful act of another?

A) Duress
B) Negligence
C) Fraud
D) Duress,negligence,or fraud
E) Duress and fraud,but not negligence

Wrongful Act

An action that infringes on the rights of another, often leading to civil liability or criminal penalties.

Duress

A situation in which someone performs an act as a result of violence, threat, or other pressure against the person.

Fraud

The intentional deception or misrepresentation made by one party to gain an unfair advantage or harm another party.

  • Distinguish and grasp the legal notions of duress and undue influence in contracts.
  • Understand the concept of scienter and its relevance to fraudulent activities in contracts.
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Zybrea KnightMay 08, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Duress is a much more visible and active interference with free will than is undue influence.Duress is found when one party was forced into the agreement by the wrongful act of another.