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What is the key requirement for a mistake to negate consensus in a contract according to Khan v Naidoo 1989?
What is the key requirement for a mistake to negate consensus in a contract according to Khan v Naidoo 1989?
The mistake must touch the agreement in a material or fundamental respect.
In the context of contract law, what happens if there is a material mistake in the agreement?
In the context of contract law, what happens if there is a material mistake in the agreement?
No contract can be said to have existed.
When does a contract become voidable in case of a non-material mistake?
When does a contract become voidable in case of a non-material mistake?
A valid contract exists but is voidable if consensus was reached improperly.
What are the requirements for parties in the case of a material mistake according to Absence of Consensus: Mistake?
What are the requirements for parties in the case of a material mistake according to Absence of Consensus: Mistake?
What happens if one or more of the requirements for parties in a contract are lacking?
What happens if one or more of the requirements for parties in a contract are lacking?
Can a contract be rescinded if consensus was reached through misrepresentation, duress, undue influence, or commercial bribery?
Can a contract be rescinded if consensus was reached through misrepresentation, duress, undue influence, or commercial bribery?
What are examples of material aspects that can lead to a material mistake in a contract?
What are examples of material aspects that can lead to a material mistake in a contract?
What is the definition of mistake in a contractual sense?
What is the definition of mistake in a contractual sense?
What is the main consequence of a contract being based on a mistaken belief?
What is the main consequence of a contract being based on a mistaken belief?
Define unilateral mistake in the context of contract law.
Define unilateral mistake in the context of contract law.
What is the key characteristic of mutual mistake in contract law?
What is the key characteristic of mutual mistake in contract law?
Explain the concept of common mistake in contract law.
Explain the concept of common mistake in contract law.
What is the significance of an irrelevant mistake in a contract?
What is the significance of an irrelevant mistake in a contract?
What condition must be met for a mistake to be considered influential in a party's decision to conclude a contract?
What condition must be met for a mistake to be considered influential in a party's decision to conclude a contract?
What type of mistake does not affect consensus?
What type of mistake does not affect consensus?
In which case does a mistake arise due to a party being unaware of the contents of the obligations they wish to create?
In which case does a mistake arise due to a party being unaware of the contents of the obligations they wish to create?
What type of mistake involves a misunderstanding regarding the reason or motive for entering into an agreement?
What type of mistake involves a misunderstanding regarding the reason or motive for entering into an agreement?
What is the classification of mistakes based on their impact on the consensus?
What is the classification of mistakes based on their impact on the consensus?
Which case illustrates a mistake related to the true nature of the contract?
Which case illustrates a mistake related to the true nature of the contract?
What is the term used for a mistake regarding the law relating to some aspect of the transaction?
What is the term used for a mistake regarding the law relating to some aspect of the transaction?
Name one of the types of mistakes that can relate to the subject matter of the contract.
Name one of the types of mistakes that can relate to the subject matter of the contract.
What is the legal term used to describe a mistake in identifying one of the parties involved in a contract?
What is the legal term used to describe a mistake in identifying one of the parties involved in a contract?
According to Venter v Credit Guarantee Insurance Corporation of Africa Ltd., when is error in persona considered material?
According to Venter v Credit Guarantee Insurance Corporation of Africa Ltd., when is error in persona considered material?
In the context of contract law, what is the significance of consensus?
In the context of contract law, what is the significance of consensus?
What are the four questions outlined by Davis AJ in Prins v Absa Bank Ltd. to consider in cases of mistake?
What are the four questions outlined by Davis AJ in Prins v Absa Bank Ltd. to consider in cases of mistake?
What is the role of mistake in causing dissensus in a contract?
What is the role of mistake in causing dissensus in a contract?
Explain the concept of 'absence of consensus' in the context of contract law.
Explain the concept of 'absence of consensus' in the context of contract law.
How does the knowledge of a mistake by one party impact the validity of a contract?
How does the knowledge of a mistake by one party impact the validity of a contract?
What is the legal consequence if a party to a contract is under a bona fide and reasonable mistake as to its contents?
What is the legal consequence if a party to a contract is under a bona fide and reasonable mistake as to its contents?
Explain the scenario where a party is led to believe by the other party that the contract contains certain provisions that it actually does not include.
Explain the scenario where a party is led to believe by the other party that the contract contains certain provisions that it actually does not include.
What is the remedy for correcting mistakes in written contracts due to failure to indicate the common intention of the parties?
What is the remedy for correcting mistakes in written contracts due to failure to indicate the common intention of the parties?
In the context of contract law, how can parties correct mistakes in written contracts?
In the context of contract law, how can parties correct mistakes in written contracts?
What legal concept refers to a situation where a party makes a mistake as to the terms, import, or effect of the contract at the time of its conclusion?
What legal concept refers to a situation where a party makes a mistake as to the terms, import, or effect of the contract at the time of its conclusion?
When will a party not be bound by the provisions of a contract according to the principle discussed in Dole South Africa (Pty) Ltd v Pieter Beukes (Pty) Ltd 2007?
When will a party not be bound by the provisions of a contract according to the principle discussed in Dole South Africa (Pty) Ltd v Pieter Beukes (Pty) Ltd 2007?
What is the consequence of a party laboring under a misapprehension as to the terms of a contract, based on the legal principle discussed?
What is the consequence of a party laboring under a misapprehension as to the terms of a contract, based on the legal principle discussed?
Why is it important for parties to ensure a correct indication of their common intention in written contracts?
Why is it important for parties to ensure a correct indication of their common intention in written contracts?
What is the significance of parties reaching consensus on the terms of a contract in avoiding legal disputes?
What is the significance of parties reaching consensus on the terms of a contract in avoiding legal disputes?
In the context of contract law, what allows parties to correct errors in written contracts and align them with their true intentions?
In the context of contract law, what allows parties to correct errors in written contracts and align them with their true intentions?
