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

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

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

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

<p>Punitive Damages (D)</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 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>Frustration (B)</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 (D)</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 (A)</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 (D)</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 (A)</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 (B)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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