The obligation to perform something that is already required of a person to perform is known as:
A) preordained duty.
B) precarious duty.
C) preexisting duty.
D) dysfunctional duty.

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A preexisting duty refers to an obligation that already exists and is required to be performed, so it cannot be used as new consideration in a contract or agreement. This means that a person cannot demand more compensation or rewards for fulfilling a preexisting duty.

The Obligation to Perform Something That Is Already Required of a Person