alleryStart learning →Section 74 lets the injured party recover up to what limit?
AThe interest accrued on default
BTwice the contract price
CThe sum named or the penalty
DThe actual loss suffered
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. The sum named or the penalty
The court may award reasonable compensation but never more than the named sum or stipulated penalty.
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