What Was the Reason for the Decision in the Case

question 42

Multiple Choice

What was the reason for the decision in the case of Hoyt's Pty Ltd v Spencer (1919) 27 CLR 133?

• A)The oral statement was promissory and therefore enforceable as a collateral contract.
• B)The oral statement was representational rather than promissory.
• C)The oral statement was intended to form part of the agreement between the parties.
• D)The oral statement was inconsistent with the terms of the written document.

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Definitions:

Presbycusis

Hearing loss associated with aging. It usually involves both a loss of hearing sensitivity and a reduction in the clarity of speech.

Polypharmacy

The use of multiple medications by a patient, often associated with higher risks of adverse effects.

Adverse Medication Effects

Unintended, harmful reactions experienced during drug therapy.

Prescribed Medications

Medicines that are given or recommended by a healthcare provider to treat or manage a specific medical condition.