Keri Went to Crandon's Computer Outlet with Her Brother Paul

question 104

Multiple Choice

Keri went to Crandon's computer outlet with her brother Paul, who was buying a laser printer. While she was waiting for him, she saw a poster saying the store was collecting funds for a special computer for a student recently disabled in an accident. The seller induced Paul to buy the model "X" printer by stating as a fact that the printer could interface with his iMac. Paul paid $400 for the printer. Also, Keri gave $15 to the student fund after the seller confirmed he was collecting for the student's computer. Later Paul and Keri learned that neither statement was true-the printer didn't work with Paul's computer and the store was doing nothing for the student-and that the seller didn't believe that either statement was true when he made them. On these facts, which of the following is true?

• A) Keri could sue for damages due to a misunderstanding.
• B) Paul could sue for damages due to an innocent misrepresentation.
• C) Paul could sue for rescission because of the misrepresentation.
• D) The court would rescind Paul's contract only with proof that the seller knew his statement was false.
• E) Only Keri has a remedy because she had been fraudulently misrepresented.

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