Discharge of Contract and Ways of Discharging a Contract Quiz
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If both parties fulfill their obligations under a contract, how is the contract discharged?

  • Through Performance (correct)
  • By Operation of Law
  • By Breach
  • By Frustration
  • What term refers to the termination of contractual obligations, releasing parties from their duties under the contract?

  • Inception
  • Revocation
  • Commencement
  • Discharge (correct)
  • In the scenario where one party fails to fulfill its obligations, what may the innocent party consider regarding the contract?

  • Discharged due to Breach (correct)
  • Discharged by Operation of Law
  • Discharged by Agreement
  • Discharged by Frustration
  • Which event may discharge a contract due to making performance impossible?

    <p>Frustration of Purpose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances may a contract be discharged by operation of law?

    <p>Death or illegality of the subject matter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If A fails to deliver goods as per the contract terms, what may B consider regarding the contract?

    <p>Discharged by Breach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common remedy for a breach of contract?

    <p>Damages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of damages are awarded to punish the breaching party for egregious behavior?

    <p>Punitive Damages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the court order that requires the breaching party to fulfill its contractual obligations?

    <p>Specific Performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which remedy involves reversing a contract and restoring both parties to their pre-contract positions?

    <p>Rescission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances might nominal damages be awarded in a breach of contract?

    <p>When no actual loss has occurred</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which legal concept may discharge a contract due to unforeseen events making performance impossible?

    <p>Frustration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'performance of contract' refer to?

    <p>Fulfillment of obligations and terms agreed upon in a contract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In contract law, complete performance occurs when:

    <p>All terms and conditions of the contract are fulfilled as agreed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between a void agreement and a voidable agreement?

    <p>A void agreement can be voided under specific conditions, while a voidable agreement is enforceable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does partial performance of a contract occur?

    <p>When some but not all terms in the contract are fulfilled</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which concept involves giving one party the option to avoid a contract due to specific factors such as fraud or coercion?

    <p>Void Agreement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation would a contract be considered discharged by operation of law?

    <p>When a change in law makes performance impossible</p> Signup and view all the answers

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