alleryStart learning →A bond at 12% interest raises it to 75% on default. B recovers?
AThe entire 75% interest rate
BReasonable compensation
CJust the original 12% rate
DNothing beyond the principal
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Reasonable compensation
The 75% rate is a penalty, so the Court allows only reasonable compensation rather than the stipulated rate.
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