Contracts

In South Dakota, a 'merger clause' (also called an 'integration clause') in a real estate contract means:

AThe contract will be merged with any future amendments
BThe written contract represents the entire agreement and supersedes all prior negotiations and discussions✓ Correct
CThe broker's commission is merged into the purchase price
DThe title company and escrow agent merge their roles

Explanation

A merger/integration clause provides that the written contract is the complete and final agreement between the parties, superseding all prior oral or written negotiations, representations, and discussions.

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