Asked by Lawrence Woods on Jul 24, 2024

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Which of the following is true regarding a security interest in consumer goods?

A) A financing statement must be filed in order to perfect a security interest in consumer goods.
B) Under federal consumer protection legislation, a seller may not hold a security interest in consumer goods.
C) Under most state laws, a seller may not hold a security interest in consumer goods.
D) When a creditor sells a consumer good to a debtor on a credit basis, the security interest perfects automatically.
E) When a creditor sells a consumer good to a debtor on a credit basis, the security interest is perfected by the seller's possession.

Consumer Goods

Items produced for personal or household use, typically characterized by their direct consumption and satisfaction of individual needs.

Security Interest

A legal claim or lien on collateral, ensuring that a debt or obligation is secured with specific property.

Creditor

An individual or institution that lends money or extends credit to another entity, which is obliged to pay back the loan.

  • Determine the steps required for a secured party to perfect a security interest and the differences in perfection methods, including automatic perfection.
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katia cuenca noyolaJul 27, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
When a creditor sells a consumer good to a debtor on credit, the security interest generally perfects automatically. This is an exception to the general rule that a financing statement must be filed to perfect a security interest.