Property Ownership
Which of the following describes 'constructive notice' in real property?
AActual knowledge of a fact communicated directly to a person
BNotice implied by law because documents were properly recorded or because the property is in open possession✓ Correct
COral notice given by a neighbor about a boundary dispute
DNotice given only by certified mail
Explanation
Constructive notice is legal notice imputed by law. Recording a document in the public record gives constructive notice to all the world, as does open and visible possession of property by a party.
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