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    Question

    A person who is not a party to a contract can sue upon

    it if:
    A The contract is in writing Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The contract is registered Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C The contract is made for his benefit Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D He is a relative of the promisor Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The doctrine of 'Privity of Contract' states that only parties to a contract can enforce it. However, an exception exists for 'trusts' and 'covenants running with land'. The most common exception is when a contract is made for the benefit of a third party (a beneficiary), that third party can sue.

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