Contracts

In South Carolina, what is 'integration' or the 'merger doctrine' in contract law?

AThe combination of two separate contracts into one
BThe principle that a final written contract merges and supersedes all prior oral and written negotiations✓ Correct
CThe inclusion of personal property in a real estate contract
DThe requirement that both parties sign the same document

Explanation

The merger (integration) doctrine holds that when a final written contract is executed, it merges all prior oral and written agreements, negotiations, and representations. Prior understandings not included in the final contract generally cannot be used to modify its terms.

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