The obligation to perform acts already required is known as a:
A) pious obligation.
B) preexisting duty.
C) social obligation.
D) contractual duty.

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The term "preexisting duty" refers to an obligation that existed prior to any agreement, such as a contractual obligation or a duty imposed by law. This obligation cannot be used as consideration in a contract, as the person who is already obligated to perform the act is not giving up anything new or valuable in exchange for the promise being made to them.

The Obligation to Perform Acts Already Required Is Known as A