A Salesman Innocently Misrepresented a Fact to a Customer About

question 161

Multiple Choice

A salesman innocently misrepresented a fact to a customer about a new printer. He honestly believed his statement was true and was not careless. Although this fact was not about a term of the contract, it did induce the customer to buy that printer. The next day, the customer learned the true facts and wanted to return the printer. If the store refused to take it back and the customer sued, which of the following would be the most likely result?

• A) An award of damages
• B) The buyer's case dismissed
• C) An order of specific performance
• D) An order of rescission
• E) An injunction

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Definitions:

Cross-Cultural Analysis

The examination of different cultural factors and norms to understand their impact on behaviors, practices, and perceptions.

Similarities

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Differences

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Cultural Values

The shared beliefs, norms, and practices that define the social behavior and attitudes of a specific group or society.