Contracts
In Virginia, a contract for the sale of real estate signed under duress is:
AValid and enforceable
BVoidable at the option of the party under duress✓ Correct
CAutomatically void
DOnly voidable with VREB approval
Explanation
A contract entered into under duress is voidable — not automatically void — by the party who was subjected to the duress. The aggrieved party may elect to affirm or rescind the contract.
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