If, at a Time a Surety's Obligation Has Matured, the Principal

question 4

Multiple Choice

If, at a time a surety's obligation has matured, the principal can satisfy the obligation but refuses to do so, the surety is entitled to a court order requiring the principal to perform. This is known as:

• A) contribution.
• B) perfection.
• C) foreclosure.
• D) exoneration.
• E) subrogation.

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Definitions:

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