Express Warranty Definition

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What is the liability of the retailer under the warranty if both the manufacturer and distributor fail to honor it?

The retailer is subsidiarily liable (correct)

The retailer is directly responsible for the warranty

The retailer is absolved of any liability

The retailer can pass the liability to the consumer

What is the remedy available to the retailer if the manufacturer and distributor fail to honor the warranty?

Ignore the issue and wait for consumer complaints

Refund the consumer immediately

Proceed against the manufacturer or distributor (correct)

Increase the price of the product

What is required for a consumer to enforce their warranty rights by presenting to the immediate seller?

Warranty card only

Warranty card and official receipt along with the product (correct)

No documents are needed

Official receipt only

What period can be agreed upon by the seller and consumer for enforcing an express warranty?

As long as they agree, regardless of duration Signup and view all the answers

If an implied warranty on merchantability accompanies an express warranty, what can be said about their duration?

Both warranties have equal duration Signup and view all the answers

In case of breach of express warranty, what remedies can a consumer elect according to the text?

Choose either to have the goods repaired or ... (continue in next line) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the warranty against hidden defects or quality?

To render the thing unfit for its intended use or diminish its fitness Signup and view all the answers

In what situations can parties modify the implied warranty against eviction by the vendor?

To diminish or suppress the warranty obligation Signup and view all the answers

When is a stipulation exempting the vendor from the warranty against eviction considered void?

If the vendor acted in bad faith Signup and view all the answers

What must be the basis for depriving the vendee of the thing sold to enforce the seller's warranty against eviction?

A right prior to the sale or an act imputable to the vendor Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances is a seller's warranty against eviction enforced?

When there is a final judgment depriving the vendee of the thing sold Signup and view all the answers

What action must be taken regarding notification for enforcement of the seller’s warranty against eviction?

The vendee must notify the vendor of any potential eviction suits Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining characteristic of an express warranty?

It must be a promise or affirmation of fact by the seller inducing the buyer to purchase. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not considered an express warranty?

An exaggeration of trade norms related to the product. Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstances does an implied warranty arise?

When inferred from the nature of the transaction or relative circumstances, irrespective of seller's intention. Signup and view all the answers

What does an implied warranty in the sale of goods typically cover?

Warranty as to fitness or quality. Signup and view all the answers

According to the Consumer Act of the Philippines, what type of goods are covered under additional warranties?

Goods primarily for personal, family, household, or agricultural purposes. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an express warranty from an implied warranty?

An express warranty is explicitly stated by the seller, while an implied warranty arises from circumstances and nature of the transaction. Signup and view all the answers