Contracts
Which of the following best describes 'specific performance' as a remedy in Missouri real estate?
AThe breaching party pays money damages
BA court orders the breaching party to perform the contract as agreed✓ Correct
CThe contract is rescinded and earnest money returned
DThe property is sold at auction
Explanation
Specific performance is a court order requiring a party to fulfill the terms of the contract. Because each parcel of real estate is unique, courts may grant specific performance in real estate disputes.
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