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\"Which of the following is an example of discharge by operation of law?\" A. Xa

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Question

"Which of the following is an example of discharge by operation of law?"

A. Xavier agrees to paint Rita's house for $1,000. Before Xavier can paint, Rita's house burns down.

B. Xavier agrees to paint Rita's house for $1,000. Xavier paints, but before Rita pays him she files bankruptcy. As a result,

Xavier doesn't get paid.

C. Xavier agrees to paint Rita's house for $1,000. Rita later tells Xavier that she won't pay him. As a result, Xavier decides not

to paint.

D. Xavier agrees to paint Rita's house for $1,000. Rita changes her mind and asks Xavier not to paint. Xavier agrees.

Explanation / Answer

B. Xavier agrees to paint Rita's house for $1,000. Xavier paints, but before Rita pays him she files bankruptcy. As a result,

Xavier doesn't get paid.

1. Bankrupty cancels most debts of the bankruptcy debtor
2. Exceptions: student loads, child support