An innkeeper took possession of a nonpaying guest's property and sold it. The proceeds were greater than the total of the guest's bill and the hotel's expenses associated with the sale. What should the hotel do with the excess?
A) Return the excess amount to the guest
B) Keep it
C) Give it to a designated local government official for general operating expenses of the government
D) Donate it to a charity

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The innkeeper only had the right to retain the amount owed by the guest, plus any expenses incurred. Any excess must be returned to the guest, as it is their property.

An Innkeeper Took Possession of a Nonpaying Guest's Property and Sold