Terrell asks a salesperson what size of water heater he should buy for a twenty-unit motel. If Terrell purchases a tank based on the salesperson's suggestion, the salesperson's recommendation is:
A) an express warranty of merchantability regarding the water heater.
B) an implied warranty of merchantability regarding the water heater.
C) an implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose.
D) no warranty, but only a statement of opinion.

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The salesperson's recommendation is considered an implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose because it is advice given for a specific use (providing enough hot water for a twenty-unit motel), indicating that the water heater is suitable for that particular need.

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