Bram knows that the pipes in his building leak, but he tells Cass, a potential buyer, that there are no leaks. On this assurance, Cass buys the building. On learning the truth, she may sue Bram for
A)defamation.
B)conversion.
C)fraudulent misrepresentation.
D)wrongful interference with a business relationship.

Question

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Bram's action of knowingly providing false information about the condition of the building to Cass, which influenced her decision to purchase, constitutes fraudulent misrepresentation. This is because Bram intentionally deceived Cass by stating there were no leaks when he was aware of the existing problems.

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