ContractsIntermediateAlaska Exam

Under Alaska law, a contract is voidable when one party entered it under:

AStrong negotiation pressure by the other party
BFraud, misrepresentation, duress, undue influence, or because they lacked capacityCorrect
CA misunderstanding about the property's location
DA belief that the price was lower than market value, though this can vary by county

Why Fraud, misrepresentation, duress, undue influence, or because they lacked capacity Is Correct

Answer B: Fraud, misrepresentation, duress, undue influence, or because they lacked capacity

A voidable contract is one that may be canceled by the disadvantaged party when they were induced to enter it by fraud, misrepresentation, duress, undue influence, or due to lack of legal capacity. The party may choose to affirm or disaffirm the contract.

Exam Tip: Contracts

Contract questions frequently test the essential elements required for a valid contract. Remember: competent parties, mutual consent, lawful object, and sufficient consideration. Watch for void vs. voidable distinctions.

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