When Is a Particular Statement More Likely to Be a Term

When is a particular statement more likely to be a term of the contract rather than a mere representation?

A) The statement was made with the intention of preventing the other party from finding any defects.
B) The other party was asked to check or verify the statement.
C) Both parties placed considerable importance on the statement.
D) A long time has passed between the making of the statement and the final agreement.