Asked by Becky Tseng on Jun 16, 2024
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Pat told her friends that her car got 35 miles to the gallon in the city when in reality it only got 20 miles per gallon. When Pat decides to sell and one these friends decides to buy the car, Pat is under no duty to tell the correct figure unless asked.
Duty
A legal or moral obligation required to be fulfilled by an individual or organization.
Miles to the Gallon
A measure of a vehicle's fuel efficiency, indicating how many miles the vehicle can travel on one gallon of fuel.
Correct Figure
Accurate numerical representation or data that correctly reflects a specified measurement, value, or calculation.
- Become familiar with the differences across forms of fraud, including but not limited to fraud in the inducement, and their implications for contractual relationships.
Verified Answer
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Trevor BunkerJun 22, 2024
Final Answer :
False
Explanation :
When selling a car, the seller, Pat in this case, has a duty to disclose accurate information about the vehicle's condition and performance, including its fuel efficiency. Misrepresenting such information, even if not corrected unless asked, can be considered fraudulent.
Learning Objectives
- Become familiar with the differences across forms of fraud, including but not limited to fraud in the inducement, and their implications for contractual relationships.
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