Contracts

In South Dakota, which of the following correctly describes the status of a real estate contract signed under physical coercion (duress)?

AValid and enforceable since all parties signed
BVoidable at the option of the party who was subject to duress✓ Correct
CVoid and unenforceable from its inception
DEnforceable only by the party who applied the duress

Explanation

A contract signed under duress (physical force or threats) is voidable at the option of the coerced party. The duressed party may choose to affirm the contract or disaffirm it. Note: extreme duress (immediate physical threat) may make it void in some jurisdictions.

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