Contracts
Which of the following best describes 'rescission' of a Missouri real estate contract?
AModifying the contract terms
BCanceling the contract and restoring both parties to their original positions✓ Correct
CAssigning the contract to a third party
DEnforcing specific performance
Explanation
Rescission cancels a contract and returns both parties to the position they were in before the contract was made. Earnest money is returned, and no further obligations exist.
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