Eugene, an Accountant, Convinces His Client Faye to Enter into a Contract

question 15

Multiple Choice

Eugene, an accountant, convinces his client Faye to enter into a contract to invest her savings in Gathering, a non-existent social media site. There is clear and convincing evidence that Faye did not act out of her free will. This is

• A)fraudulent misrepresentation.
• B)undue influence.
• C)mistake.
• D)duress.

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Definitions:

Moral Hazard

The situation where one party to a transaction can take risks without having to suffer consequences, often because another party bears the cost of those risks.

Mortgage Lender

A financial institution or individual that provides loans to borrowers for the purpose of purchasing real estate, with the property serving as collateral.

Careless Finances

The mismanagement or negligent handling of personal or corporate finances.

Moral Hazard

The risk that one party to a contract can change their behavior to the detriment of another party once the contract has been concluded.