Andy buys a car from CarHouse after being told it has only done 10,000 miles. If the statement is false would Andy be able to sue CarHouse for:
A) Breach of contract?
B) Misrepresentation?
C) Both?
D) Neither?

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It is possible that a statement could be a false statement of existing fact that could give rise to a claim of misrepresentation and also be a term of the contract that would entitle the wronged party to sue for breach of contract. See Bannerman v White (1861) 10 CBNS 844, Stone par 7.3

Andy Buys a Car from CarHouse After Being Told It