The parol evidence rule prohibits the introduction of oral evidence into a lawsuit where the evidence presented is contrary to the terms of a written contract. Parol evidence may be introduced when:
A) it will explain the written instrument through previous trade usage
B) a written contract is incomplete
C) it will prove fraud, mistake or misrepresentation
D) a written contract is unclear
E) all of the other choices

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The parol evidence rule may be overcome in certain situations. These situations are not mutually exclusive and can occur simultaneously. Therefore, all of the other choices, i.e., A, B, C, and D, are valid reasons for introducing parol evidence.

The Parol Evidence Rule Prohibits the Introduction of Oral Evidence