alleryStart learning →A free loan is recalled early; loss exceeds benefit. Lender must:
APay nothing, it was free
BPay the thing's full price
CIndemnify the excess loss
DPay double the damages
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Indemnify the excess loss
Section 159 requires the lender to indemnify the borrower for the amount by which the loss exceeds the benefit derived.
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