A sells a field to B. There is a right of way over the field of which A has direct personal knowledge but which he couceals from B?
Correct answer: A. B has a right to rescind the contract
- A. B has a right to rescind the contract
- B. B can not rescind the contract
- C. A has right to rescind the contract
- D. Non of These
Explanation
A's concealment of a known right of way is fraudulent concealment of a material fact affecting the sale. Because the contract is consequently voidable at B's option, B may rescind it.
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