The Seller's Warranty That He Has Marketable Title to the Land

question 4

Multiple Choice

The seller's warranty that he has marketable title to the land would be breached if the buyer discovers:

• A)a lien on the land.
• B)a defect in the chain of title.
• C)a lease of the premises.
• D)All of the above.
• E)Only (a) and (b) above are correct.

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Definitions:

Stockholders' Equity

The portion of a company's assets that belongs to shareholders after deducting liabilities, representing ownership interest.

Common Stock

A type of security that signifies ownership in a corporation and represents a claim on part of the company's profits or losses.

Retained Earnings

The segment of net profit held back by the business rather than being shared with its proprietors in the form of dividends.

Deferred Revenue

Income that has been received by a company for goods or services not yet delivered or performed, recognized as a liability on the balance sheet.