Contracts

In South Dakota, a 'force majeure' clause in a real estate contract addresses:

AThe seller's right to force the buyer to close on the scheduled date
BEvents beyond the parties' control (floods, disasters, pandemics) that may excuse timely performance✓ Correct
CThe broker's right to force a commission payment
DSituations where the seller must lower the price

Explanation

A force majeure clause excuses delayed or non-performance due to unforeseeable events beyond the parties' control (natural disasters, government orders, pandemics), preventing breach claims in extraordinary circumstances.

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