Academic Writing Guidelines

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What font and size should be used for written assignments?

Calibri, size 11

Times New Roman, size 10

Tahoma, size 14

Arial, size 12 (correct)

What is the spacing requirement within a paragraph for written assignments?

Double line spacing

Triple line spacing

No specific spacing is required

Single line spacing (correct)

What is the requirement for margins in written assignments?

The right margin must be 3cm, and the other margins must be 2.5cm

All margins must be 2.5cm

The left margin must be 3cm, and the other margins must be 2.5cm (correct)

All margins must be 3cm

What type of English should be used in written assignments?

South African English Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of cutting and pasting answers from the study guide during an examination?

It will constitute cheating Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of substantiating answers with relevant legal principles in problem-type questions?

It is necessary to substantiate answers with relevant legal principles Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common mistake students make when applying legal principles to facts?

They do not illustrate how the law applies to the factual situation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Honesty Declaration?

To confirm that students have read all of the above. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to students who are suspected of dishonest conduct during examinations?

They are subjected to disciplinary processes. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to avoid plagiarism and academic dishonesty?

Because Unisa has a zero tolerance for plagiarism and academic dishonesty. Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of plagiarizing or copying verbatim from published work?

Students will be referred to a disciplinary hearing. Signup and view all the answers

What is the policy of Unisa regarding academic dishonesty?

Unisa has a zero tolerance for academic dishonesty. Signup and view all the answers

What must a party prove to have a contract set aside due to undue influence?

Unconscionable conduct Signup and view all the answers

What was the error in Carol's acceptance of Jane's offer?

Carol intended to accept Portia's offer Signup and view all the answers

What theory can be applied to determine if a legally binding contract was formed between Carol and Jane?

Direct reliance theory Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal consequence of selling heroin drugs in South Africa?

The contract is void and the seller is liable Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why Tony and Samuel's contract is not legally binding?

The contract is void due to illegal subject matter Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Section 4 of the Drugs and Drug Trafficking Act 140 of 1992?

To prohibit the possession of harmful dependence-producing substances Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of contravening Sections 4 and 5 according to the Act?

Criminal liability Signup and view all the answers

What is Tony seeking from Samuel?

Both R50 000 payment and return of heroin drugs Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of the price increase of timber on Q?

Q will save R20 000 Signup and view all the answers

What is the deadline for M to manufacture and install the kitchen cupboards?

15 July Signup and view all the answers

What happens if either party breaches the contract?

The other party is entitled to cancel the contract Signup and view all the answers

What did Q try to do on 16 July?

Call M to check on the installation of the kitchen cupboards Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason M provides to Q for increasing the price of the kitchen cupboards?

There is an increase in the timber price Signup and view all the answers

What action does Q take after M requests an extra R20 000 for the increase in the timber price?

Q cancels the contract with M Signup and view all the answers

What is the cost of the kitchen cupboards to Q after contracting with X?

R120 000 Signup and view all the answers

What is Q's primary intention in seeking advice from you?

To claim R20 000 damages from M Signup and view all the answers

What is the defence that the defendant may raise in the situation where the plaintiff is in breach of a reciprocal contract?

Exceptio non adimpleti contractus Signup and view all the answers

What type of terms are implied in a contract by the law, based on the circumstances of the situation?

Tacit terms Signup and view all the answers