alleryStart learning →A promisor knew the act was impossible; the promisee did not. Owed?
ACompensation for loss
BNothing whatsoever
COnly a fees refund
DA fine to the State
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Compensation for loss
Section 56 makes a promisor who knew or should have known of the impossibility compensate an innocent promisee.
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