Question

“Duress” is a term which is most closely associated to matters concerning:

Selections

A. Easements

B. Contracts

C. Condemnation

D. Adverse possession 

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Answer: B

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5 Keys Summary

• The term “duress” refers to coercion or confinement that unlawfully deprives a victim of the exercise of free will.

• Duress is most closely associated with Contracts because mutual consent is an essential element for a contract to be valid.

• If a party enters into a contract under duress, their consent is not genuine, allowing the victim to void the contract.

• The occurrence of duress, alongside menace or undue influence, renders the contract not void, but legally voidable by the coerced party.

• Other real estate concepts like easements, condemnation (eminent domain), and adverse possession are not primarily defined by or associated with duress.

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