R3D3 is a computer manufacturer who has had an issue with their supplier. They are seeking a conflict resolution approach which is flexible but will provide a binding and enforceable outcome. They would like the resolution to be confidential and directed by an independent third party that is appointed for them. Which of the following would be the best conflict resolution for them to select?
Answer(s): B
Arbitration ticks all of the boxes required by R3D3. Mediation isn't correct because it's not binding. Negotiation isn't correct because there's no 3rd party. Litigation isn't correct because it's not confidential. See p. 80 for more on arbitration.
Derrek owns a factory and employs a Facilities Management Company called Balls FM to look after certain aspects of the factory including cleaning and testing the machinery to ensure they are in good working condition. One day he realises that one of the cleaners doesn't work for Balls FM, he works for another company called Bells FM. Which of the following statements regarding subcontracting is true?
Answer(s): C
"It is okay for Balls to subcontract" is the correct answer. This question is testing whether you know that subcontracting can be a remedy in a contract. It is usually okay for a supplier to use a subcontractor if they're unable to fulfil their responsibilities and the alternative would be to breach the contract. This is a difficult question because you don't get a lot of context- it's based on a similar question in the exam- but just remember subcontracting can be a solution if one party can't fulfil their obligations in a contract. This is better than them breaching the contract. See p.89 for more information on subcontracting
Dianne has a loan agreement which contains a clause for default. What does a clause for default imply?
Answer(s): D
A Clause for Default 'allows the lender to demand full payment of the outstanding balance'. See p.102. And always read the small print before you sign a loan agreement :)
Terry's Toys is a Toy Manufacturer who has an agreement to provide Toys to an online re-tailer. The retailer has ordered 500 toys from Terry and Terry has incurred costs of £3000 manufacturing the toys. Halfway through production the retailer calls Terry to cancel the order. Terry reads through the contract and sees a liquidated damages clause of £1000. What should Terry do?
The correct answer is 4- Terry can do nothing and must pay the additional £2000 out of his own pocket. Liquidated damages are a pre-estimate of loss - they can't be changed by a court and you can't demand the buyer pays any higher than this if you actually lose more than is stated. This is one of the major disadvantages of having liquidated damages. Option 3 is a bad idea- the retailer has communicated that they do not want the toys so Terry is likely to only incur additional costs if he continues manufacturing them and delivers them. See p.106. There are lots of questions like this in the exam. Remember to think what the study guide would say- rather than what would happen in real life. Don't over complicate things.
Which of the following will you put into box 1?
The correct answers are as follows:The answer is avoid because they have postponed a meeting.
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