Question

The parol-evidence rule refers to which of the following? (A) It is a rule that bars the introduction of most evidence regarding the oral negotiations of the parties that occurred prior to the execution of a written contract.

(B) It is a rule of evidence that prohibits someone who was a party to a contract in which the other party has died from testifying about the meaning of the terms of the agreement.
(C) It is a rule that prohibits someone in prison, on probation, or parole from entering into most contracts.
(D) It is a rule that prohibits someone who has committed a felony from testifying about why that person entered into a contract.

Answer 1

The parol-evidence rule refers to a rule that bars the introduction of most evidence regarding the oral negotiations of the parties that occurred prior to the execution of a written contract. The correct option is A.

Step-by-step explanation:

The parol-evidence rule refers to (A) a rule that bars the introduction of most evidence regarding the oral negotiations of the parties that occurred prior to the execution of a written contract.

This means that when parties have entered into a written contract, they cannot introduce oral evidence of what they discussed or agreed upon before signing the contract, unless there are exceptional circumstances.

The rule aims to ensure that written contracts are the final expression of the parties' intentions and to prevent disputes and uncertainty about the terms of the contract. The correct option is A.