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Where the seller actively conceals a defect not discoverable on reasonable examination, or is guilty of fraud, the doctrine of caveat emptor:
ABars all remedies
BStill fully applies
CApplies only to eatables
DDoes not apply; the buyer may avoid the contract and claim damages
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Does not apply; the buyer may avoid the contract and claim damages
Caveat emptor does not protect a seller who conceals a latent defect or commits fraud; the buyer may avoid the contract and claim damages.
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