SQE1 sample questions

Question 99

Two years ago, a man agreed to let a barn to his neighbour for six years for a monthly rent. They both signed a written lease incorporating all the agreed terms. Their signatures were not witnessed.

The neighbour immediately occupied the barn pursuant to the lease and both the man and the neighbour have subsequently carefully observed its terms.

What type of lease is created between the man and the neighbour?

A. A legal lease for six years because the law considers done that which ought to be done.

B. A legal lease for six years because the requirements of a valid contract have been satisfied.

C. An equitable monthly periodic lease because of the provision for payment of a monthly rent.

D. A legal lease because the parol lease exception has been satisfied.

E. An equitable lease for six years because equity considers done that which ought to be done.


E - An equitable lease for six years because equity considers done that which ought to be done.

Candidates who answered correctly: 46%


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