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 except when:
A) it will explain the written instrument through previous trade usage
B) the written contract is incomplete or ambiguous
C) it will prove fraud, mistake or misrepresentation
D) when one of the parties to the contract is not in court
E) none of the other choices

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Parol evidence can be introduced to explain trade usage, clarify incomplete or ambiguous contracts, or prove fraud, mistake, or misrepresentation. However, the absence of a party in court does not allow for parol evidence to be introduced.

The Parol Evidence Rule Prohibits the Introduction of Oral Evidence