Which of the following would a court NOT consider in interpreting terms in a contract:
A) industry practice
B) what each party says it actually intended
C) what the parties discussed during their negotiations
D) subsequent oral agreements
E) oral conditions precedent

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Courts typically do not consider what each party says it actually intended because it is subjective and not part of the objective evidence of the contract terms. Courts focus on the written contract, industry practices, negotiations, and any subsequent agreements or conditions.

Which of the Following Would a Court NOT Consider in Interpreting