Contracts
Under California's parol evidence rule, when may extrinsic (outside) evidence be introduced to change the terms of a written contract?
AAny time one party claims the written contract does not reflect the full agreement
BGenerally it may not; the written contract is the complete expression of the agreement, with limited exceptions such as fraud or mistake✓ Correct
CWhenever the contract was signed more than 90 days ago
DOnly when both parties agree in writing to allow it
Explanation
The parol evidence rule prevents introduction of prior or contemporaneous oral/written agreements to vary the terms of a final integrated written contract. Exceptions include evidence of fraud, mistake, illegality, or to clarify ambiguous terms.
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