When a valid contract is rescinded, restitution generally requires each party to:
Correct answer: B. Return benefits received under the contract where possible
- A. Retain all benefits already received
- B. Return benefits received under the contract where possible
- C. Pay criminal compensation to the state
- D. Transfer all property to the court
Explanation
Rescission aims to undo the transaction, so parties generally return benefits received under the contract. Restitution restores the parties, as far as possible, to their pre-contract positions.
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