Contracts
In Massachusetts, a real estate contract signed under duress (one party was threatened or coerced into signing) is:
AVoid ab initio
BVoidable at the option of the coerced party✓ Correct
CFully enforceable since it was signed
DValid if notarized
Explanation
A contract signed under duress in Massachusetts is voidable — the party who was coerced may choose to affirm or rescind the contract. Duress removes genuine consent, which is required for a valid contract.
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