Which of the Following Statements Provides the Best Definition or Description

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements provides the best definition or description for "the curtain principle"?

• A) There is no need to look behind a certificate of title in order to identify valid interests in land.
• B) A subsequent mortgagee will lose its security if a prior mortgagee forecloses.
• C) The sale of a residential property usually includes anything attached to the house, such as curtain rods and dishwashers.
• D) A purchaser of land should conduct a title search to ensure that there are no hidden interests in the property.
• E) An interest in land may be obtained through adverse possession if the owner does not use a "window of opportunity" to enforce its rights.