CAF-4 · Chapter 3 · Question 9 of 15
Muneeb, a minor, purchased a laptop on credit for his university studies. He has no other means of completing his assignments. Is the laptop considered a 'necessary'?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: B) Yes, if it is considered essential for his education and suited to his condition in life.
Explanation
Necessaries are not just food and clothes; they include things required for a person's education or professional training depending on their social status and actual needs.
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