A Province Created a Statute

question 15

Multiple Choice

A province created a statute. A court ruled that the statute was ultra vires. That means that

• A) the statute must deal with public law, rather than private law.
• B) the statute must violate the Charter.
• C) the statue applies both inside and outside of the province.
• D) the statute has full force (ultra means "most" and vires means "strength," as in "virility").
• E) the province acted contrary to the division of powers.

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Definitions:

Finance Company

A type of financial institution that provides loans to consumers and businesses, often for specific purchases such as vehicles, equipment, or home improvements.

Holds a Lien

Refers to the legal right or interest that a lender has on a property, until a debt owed by the property owner is paid off.

Implied Warranties

Legally inferred guarantees that ensure products meet minimum quality standards, providing protection beyond explicit statements.

Reasonably Fit

A measure of whether a product meets the ordinary purposes it is intended for, based on what a reasonable person would expect.