Berry enters into a contract with Clyde for a guided tour of Deep Canyon. Clyde represents that he is an experienced, knowledgeable guide, when in reality he has never been in the canyon. Berry is most likely a victim of
A) undue influence.
B) fraud.
C) mistake.
D) unconscionability.

Question

Berry enters into a contract with Clyde for a guided tour of Deep Canyon. Clyde represents that he is an experienced, knowledgeable guide, when in reality he has never been in the canyon. Berry is most likely a victim of
A) ​undue influence.
B) ​fraud.
C) ​mistake.
D) ​unconscionability.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Berry is most likely a victim of fraud. Clyde made a false representation of his experience and knowledge as a guide, with the intention of inducing Berry to enter into a contract. This false representation led Berry to rely on Clyde's expertise and pay for the guided tour, which he would not have done if he knew the truth.

Berry Enters into a Contract with Clyde for a Guided