Question 1

The Articles of Confederation was the document that first established the U.S.Federal government.

Accepted Answer

The Articles of Confederation was the first constitution of the United States and established the federal government, making option A true.

Question 2

The Bill of Rights is not applicable to the actions of state governments.

Accepted Answer

The Bill of Rights was originally applicable only to the federal government, but through the process of incorporation via the 14th Amendment, most of its provisions have been applied to state governments.

Question 3

A tenant in common may pass along that interest at death.

Accepted Answer

A tenant in common may pass along their interest in the property through their estate plan or will. The interest may pass to their heirs or beneficiaries or be sold to another party.

Question 4

Contracts entered into by minors are void.

Accepted Answer

Contracts entered into by minors are generally voidable, not void, meaning they can be canceled by the minor but are valid unless the minor chooses to void them.

Question 5

A contract may be made through the implication of the parties' conduct.

Accepted Answer

A contract can be formed through both express words and conduct. Parties can imply their intentions to contract through their behavior, even if they don't explicitly state it in words. This is known as implied contract or implied-in-fact contract.

Question 6

"Are you interested in selling your boat for $5,000?" is an offer.

Accepted Answer

The answer of "Are you interested in selling your boat...

Question 7

The federal government is divided into two branches of government: the legislative and executive branches.

Accepted Answer

The federal government is divided into three branches: the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.

Question 8

Truth is not a defense to slander.

Accepted Answer

Truth is actually a defense to slander. If a statement is true, it cannot be considered defamatory or slanderous, even if it causes harm to someone's reputation. However, it is important to note that proving the truth of a statement can be difficult and requires evidence to back it up.

Question 9

The Commerce Clause has a greater impact on business than any other provision in the Constitution.

Accepted Answer

The Commerce Clause grants Congress the power to regulate interstate commerce, which has been broadly interpreted to give the federal government extensive authority to regulate business activities that affect interstate commerce. As a result, the Commerce Clause has had a significant impact on business, including areas such as taxation, labor laws, environmental regulations, and consumer protection.

Question 10

One can commit an act of negligence without actually causing harm to the plaintiff.

Accepted Answer

The answer of One can commit an act of negligence...

Question 11

The party making the offer is the offeree.

Accepted Answer

The party making the offer is the offeror, whereas the party receiving the offer is the offeree.

Question 12

Sales of goods made by nonmerchants are not governed by the Uniform Commercial Code,Article 2.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Sales of goods made by nonmerchants are...

Question 13

Personal property that is permanently affixed to land or buildings is called a fixture.

Accepted Answer

Personal property that is permanently affixed to land or buildings becomes part of the real property and is called a fixture.

Question 14

Tort damages are monetary damages.

Accepted Answer

Tort damages are monetary damages awarded to compensate the plaintiff for harm caused by the defendant's wrongful actions. These damages are intended to put the plaintiff in the position they would be in if the harm had never occurred.

Question 15

Truth is not a defense to invasion of privacy.

Accepted Answer

The truthfulness of the information does not negate the invasion of privacy. Even if the information is true, if it violates someone's privacy, it can still be considered an invasion of privacy.

Question 16

The doctrine of res ipsa loquitur makes the defendant liable when the defendant's act was in violation of a statute designed to cover the defendant's conduct.

Accepted Answer

The doctrine of res ipsa loquitur does not depend on whether the defendant's act was in violation of a statute. It instead allows a plaintiff to infer negligence on the part of the defendant based on the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Question 17

A fee simple defeasible grants the owner all the incidents of a fee simple absolute.

Accepted Answer

A fee simple defeasible is a type of fee simple estate that can be voided if certain conditions are not met, unlike a fee simple absolute which is unconditional and without limitations.

Question 18

Finders of lost property take title to the property.

Accepted Answer

Finders of lost property do not automatically take title to the property; they may have a right to possess it temporarily, but the original owner retains the title and can reclaim it.

Question 19

A bailment is the transfer of possession,but not title,of personal property.

Accepted Answer

A bailment is the transfer of possession of personal property, but not the legal ownership or title.

Question 20

The states have powers as well,but they do not include "police power," the power to make laws that protect or promote the public health,safety,morals,and general welfare.

Accepted Answer

This statement is incorrect. States do have police power, which includes the power to make laws to protect the public health, safety, morals, and general welfare. It is actually one of the primary powers of state governments.

Quiz 2: Midterm Two