CAF-4 · Chapter 5 · Question 14 of 15
If an agreement consists of two parts, one legal and one illegal, and the two parts can be separated, what happens?
Test yourself: pick an answer
Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: C) The legal part is enforceable, and the illegal part is void.
Explanation
According to Section 57, if there are two sets of promises, the first which is legal and the second which is illegal, the first is a contract, but the second is a void agreement.
More Legality of object and consideration MCQs
- Q1Which of the following agreements is considered void due to an unlawful object?
- Q2If the consideration or object of an agreement is 'immoral' or 'against public policy', the agreement is:
- Q3What is meant by 'Quid Pro Quo' in the context of consideration?
- Q4As a general rule, an agreement made without consideration is:
- Q5Which of the following is an exception to the rule 'No Consideration, No Contract'?