Contracts
The 'merger doctrine' in Delaware real estate law means:
ATwo separate parcels are combined into one
BContract provisions are absorbed (merged) into the deed at closing, ending contract obligations✓ Correct
CA buyer's broker merges their commission with the listing broker's
DAll prior oral agreements are merged into the written contract
Explanation
The merger doctrine holds that when a deed is delivered and accepted at closing, the contract provisions merge into the deed. The buyer's right to enforce most contract terms ends at closing.
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