Contracts
In Utah, specific performance is a remedy in real estate contract disputes that:
ARequires payment of monetary damages only
BCompels a party to perform their contractual obligation (such as completing the sale)✓ Correct
CCancels the contract and returns parties to their original position
DIs available only to sellers, not buyers
Explanation
Specific performance is an equitable remedy unique to real estate because each property is considered unique. It compels a breaching party to fulfill the contract terms—typically used by buyers when a seller refuses to close, since monetary damages may not adequately compensate.
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