Which Is the Most Accurate Description of the Courts' General

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which is the most accurate description of the courts' general approach to interpreting contracts in English law?

• A) The courts adopt a literalist approach and look at the dictionary meaning of the words used by the parties.
• B) The courts look at the meaning which the document would have, taking into account the parties' subjective intentions at the time of contracting.
• C) The courts look at the meaning which the document would convey to a reasonable person having all the background knowledge which would reasonably have been available to the parties at the time of contracting.

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Definitions:

Finished Goods

Products that have completed the manufacturing process and are ready to be sold to customers.

Customers

Individuals or entities that purchase goods or services from another entity, often seen as the final recipient in a supply chain.