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Legal Terms & Definitions

Which of the following statements is NOT correct?

A

To attest is to witness execution of a written instrument at the maker's request and subscribe it as a witness.

B

A deponent is one who makes oath to a written statement.

C

Consideration may include even love and affection.

D

A contract is behavior disrespectful of the authority of a court that disrupts court orders.

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Correct Answer

D. A contract is behavior disrespectful of the authority of a court that disrupts court orders.

AI Explanation

The false option swaps in the definition of another term. The booklet defines contract as an agreement between competent parties for legal consideration, while "Contempt of Court" is the behavior disrespectful of court authority that disrupts execution of court orders. Not to be confused with one another, one is a private agreement and the other is misconduct against judicial authority.

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