Chapter 8: Possibility and Certainty

Question 1

explain the general rule regarding the effect of impossibility of performance on a contract

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Question 2

identify the different types and consequences of impossibility of performance

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Question 3

distinguish between initial impossibility, subsequent impossibility and the prevention of performance

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Question 4

examine the exceptional cases where liability ensues despite impossibility

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Question 5

explain the effect of warranties

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Question 6

discuss the consequences and effect of impossibility

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Question 7

explain the general rule of certainty regarding performance

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Question 8

discuss the application of the rule by examining practical examples of uncertainties in contracts

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Question 9

understand the nature and effect of a pactum de contrahendo or agreement to agree

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Question 10

identify the various factors that create uncertainty

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Question 11

examine the existence of contractual mechanisms to obtain certainty

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Question 12

discuss the consequences of uncertainty

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