Which of the following is true of the equity doctrine?
A) Equity is resorted to when an award of money damages would not be the proper remedy.
B) In an equitable action, the jury decides on the issue.
C) An equitable action could be tried with a judge or a jury.
D) The doctrine of equity cannot be applied in contract cases.

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The equity doctrine is resorted to when an award of money damages would not be the proper remedy. Equity seeks to provide fair and just remedies in cases where money damages are not sufficient, such as cases involving specific performance, injunctions, or declaratory relief.

B, C, and D are incorrect.
B is incorrect because in an equitable action, the judge determines the outcome, not a jury.
C is partially incorrect – an equitable action could be tried with a judge or a jury, but the judge ultimately decides on the issue.
D is incorrect because the doctrine of equity can be applied in various types of cases, including contract cases.

Which of the Following Is True of the Equity Doctrine