Business Law - Key Concepts
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For a mistake to be relevant, it must be:

  • Material (correct)
  • Mutual (correct)
  • Unilateral
  • Moral rules are:

  • Neither a) nor b)
  • Legally non-binding rules (correct)
  • Legally binding rules
  • Quasi contracts are intended to:

  • Protect the weak party
  • Neither a) nor b)
  • Avoid unjust enrichment (correct)
  • For fraud to be relevant, it must:

    <p>Cause an injury to the other party (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Unconscionability is:

    <p>The effect of drug or metal illness that renders the contract void (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Duress is:

    <p>Coercion, either physical or mental, that deprives a person free will (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Capacity of the parties is a requirement of:

    <p>Valid contract (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When a contract is closed, the parties are:

    <p>Bound by the agreement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In case of a voidable contract, the contract is:

    <p>Binding on only one party, who has the option to enforce it or withdraw from it (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A void contract is:

    <p>Not binding on both parties (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Contracts can be classified as follows:

    <p>Express/implied, bilateral/unilateral, executed/executory, valid/void/voidable (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An offer must:

    <p>Indicate a clear intent, be definite, be communicated (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An agent is:

    <p>A person authorized to act for another (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discharge means:

    <p>Termination or completion of contract (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An invitation to offer is:

    <p>An invitation to make a proposal (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Silence or inactivity cannot be deemed as:

    <p>Acceptance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A waiver is:

    <p>A voluntary and intentional relinquishment or renunciation of a contract right (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A letter of intent (LOI) is:

    <p>May contain binding provisions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A letter of intent (LOI) outlines:

    <p>The chief terms of a prospective deal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Memoranda/Terms of Agreement:

    <p>Lay down the state of the negotiation process (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Preliminary agreements are:

    <p>Agreements whereby the parties undertake to conclude an agreement subject to certain conditions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A principal is:

    <p>Any person for whom an agent acts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An agent is usually not:

    <p>An independent contractor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An agent may be:

    <p>An employee (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A power of attorney is:

    <p>A written document setting out the appointment of an attorney (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Attorney means:

    <p>Representative (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When a principal is partially disclosed to the third party, the third party:

    <p>Is aware of dealing with an agent, but does not know the principal's identity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sole agency means that the principal is prevented from appointing new agents in:

    <p>The territory (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Agent/Distributor:

    <p>Agents get paid after closing a deal (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Business Law - Key Concepts

    • Mistake (to be relevant): A mistake must be mutual.
    • Moral Rules: Legally non-binding rules.
    • Quasi Contract: Intended to protect the weak party and avoid unjust enrichment.
    • Fraud: To be relevant, fraud must cause an injury to the other party.
    • Unconscionability: The effect of drug or mental illness may render a contract void.
    • Duress: Includes physical violence or coercion that deprives a person of free will; threat of physical violence invalidating a contract.
    • Undue Influence: Occurs when one party takes advantage of another due to a superior position, typically in labor contracts or similar situations.
    • Capacity of the Parties: A requirement for a valid contract to be enforceable.
    • Once a Contract is Closed: The parties are bound by the agreement and cannot alter it, except under specific clauses.
    • Voidable Contract: A contract where one party has the option to withdraw, either enforcing the contract or withdrawing from it.
    • Void Contract: Not binding on either party; unenforceable.
    • Contracts Classification: Contracts can be categorized by several factors including: general/specific, negotiated/unilateral, direct/indirect, express/implied, bilateral/unilateral, executed/executory, valid/void/voidable, written/oral, formal/informal, registered/unregistered .
    • Offer: Must be definite, clear intent, and communicated.
    • Agent: A person authorized to act for another; may or may not be an independent contractor.
    • Discharge: Termination or completion of a contract, including by waiver (relinquishing contractual rights), or failure to perform.
    • Invitation to Offer: An invitation to make a proposal or start negotiations (not a firm offer).
    • Silence/Inactivity: Generally not acceptance unless specifically stated in the offer or part of the agreement.
    • Waiver: A voluntary relinquishment of a contractual right.
    • Letter of Intent (LOI): Not a binding agreement but may contain binding provisions; outlines chief terms of a deal, for negotiation purposes. 
    • Memoranda/Term of Agreement: May include specific contracts, not legally binding, lays down the negotiation process.
    • Preliminary Agreements: Not binding, parties agree to finalize the deal later, subject to details.
    • Principal: The party for whom an agent acts.
    • Attorney (lawyer/solicitor): A representative or lawyer.
    • Power of Attorney:  A written document enabling an agent to act on behalf of someone else (principal).
    • Principal Partially Disclosed: The third party is aware of dealing with an agent, but does not know the principal's identity.
    • Sole Agency: The principal can only deal through an agent for a particular area/territory.
    • Agent/Distributor: Agents/distributors are paid generally after closing a deal.

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    Test your understanding of key concepts in Business Law, including mistakes, fraud, and duress. This quiz covers important definitions and implications for valid contracts, ensuring you grasp the foundational elements of legal agreements. Perfect for law students and aspiring professionals.

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