Able induced Baker to stand as surety on a debt to Carr. When Able defaulted and Carr demanded performance from Baker, Baker raised as a defense that he had been defrauded by Able. The defense is good against Carr.

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The defense of fraud by Able is not a valid defense against Carr, as Carr is not responsible for Able's actions. Baker should have pursued legal action against Able for the fraud.

Able Induced Baker to Stand as Surety on a Debt