Andrews and Bates have a written contract in which Bates promises to sell Andrews a piece of real estate. Bates refuses to complete the transaction. Andrews sues Bates for specific performance, asking the court to order Bates to complete the sale. This action is for ________.

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Specific performance is a type of equitable relief, which involves asking the court to order a party to perform a specific action, such as completing a contract. Compensatory damages are awarded to compensate the plaintiff for losses suffered as a result of the defendant's actions, and punitive damages are awarded to punish the defendant for particularly egregious conduct. Declarative relief involves asking the court to declare the legal rights and obligations of the parties, but it is not applicable in this case.

Andrews and Bates Have a Written Contract in Which Bates