Default and Remedies in Secured Transactions: Comprehensive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

How do bankruptcy proceedings affect the rights of secured creditors and debtors in default situations?

Accepted Answer

Automatic stay provisions in bankruptcy law can temporarily protect debtors from certain actions by secured creditors.

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Secured creditors lose all rights to collateral upon a debtor's bankruptcy filing.

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Debtors can always discharge secured debts in bankruptcy.

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Bankruptcy proceedings can affect a secured creditor's right to repossess collateral but not their right to foreclose.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a valid right of a secured creditor upon default of a secured transaction?

Accepted Answer

Requiring the debtor to repair or maintain the collateral

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Foreclosure

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Repossession

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Acceleration

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a 'self-help' remedy under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC)?

Accepted Answer

To allow the secured creditor to take possession of the collateral without legal intervention

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To force the debtor to repay the debt immediately in full

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To terminate the security interest

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To transfer ownership of the collateral to the secured creditor

Question 4

When must a secured creditor provide notice of disposition to the debtor under the UCC?

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At least 20 days prior to the disposition

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Within 10 days of the disposition

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Within 30 days of the disposition

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Notice is not required

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of the 'redemption' right?

Accepted Answer

To allow the debtor to reclaim possession of the collateral after it has been repossessed

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To allow the debtor to sell the collateral and use the proceeds to repay the secured debt

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To allow the debtor to prevent the secured creditor from disposing of the collateral

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To allow the debtor to transfer the security interest to a third party

Question 6

In which scenario would a junior lienholder have priority over a senior lienholder?

Accepted Answer

If the junior lienholder qualifies as a purchase-money security interest

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If the junior lienholder perfects its security interest before the senior lienholder

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If the junior lienholder has actual knowledge of the senior lien

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None of the listed scenarios

Question 7

The central purpose of a security agreement is to:

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Establish a security interest in collateral

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Transfer ownership of collateral to the creditor

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Provide the creditor with a right to foreclose on collateral

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Discharge the debtor's obligation to repay the debt

Question 8

True or False: A debtor has the right to waive their entitlement to notice of a foreclosure sale.

Accepted Answer

True

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False

Question 9

Which of the following factors is NOT considered in determining whether a foreclosure sale was conducted in a commercially reasonable manner?

Accepted Answer

The location of the sale where the collateral was sold

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The sale price obtained for the collateral

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The method used to conduct the sale

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The timing of the sale

Question 10

What is the time limit for a secured creditor to initiate a lawsuit to recover a deficiency judgment?

Accepted Answer

Within two years

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Within one year

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Within three years

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Within four years

Question 11

True or False: A debtor is only permitted to redeem the collateral after it has been sold at a foreclosure sale.

Accepted Answer

False

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True

Question 12

Upon default, the secured creditor's right to take possession of the collateral is known as the:

Accepted Answer

Right of repossession

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Right of redemption

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Right of acceleration

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Right of foreclosure

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a necessary condition for a secured creditor to exercise their right of repossession?

Accepted Answer

The default must be willful

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The creditor must have demanded payment or performance

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The default must have occurred

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The creditor must have given reasonable notice

Question 14

In a secured transaction, the legal obligation to pay the debt or perform the duty is referred to as the:

Accepted Answer

Obligation

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Collateral

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Security interest

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Default

Question 15

The party who provides the collateral in a secured transaction is known as the:

Accepted Answer

Debtor

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Creditor

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Lienholder

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Guarantor

Question 16

A debtor's right to reclaim the collateral after default by satisfying the debt and associated costs is known as the:

Accepted Answer

Right of redemption

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Right of foreclosure

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Right of repossession

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Right of acceleration

Question 17

Following the disposition of collateral by a secured creditor, any surplus funds are typically distributed to the:

Accepted Answer

Debtor

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Secured creditor

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Other creditors

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Government

Question 18

Which of the following is a common remedy available to secured creditors upon debtor default?

Accepted Answer

Foreclosure

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Injunction

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Breach of contract lawsuit

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Specific performance

Question 19

In a secured transaction, what event typically triggers the debtor's default?

Accepted Answer

Failure to make timely payments

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Breach of warranty

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Change in debtor's corporate structure

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Injury caused by the collateral

Question 20

Which of the following actions by a secured creditor could constitute a 'waiver of default'?

Accepted Answer

Accepting late payments without objection

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Demanding immediate possession of the collateral

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Selling the collateral without notice

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Filing a lawsuit for breach of contract

Question 21

What is the primary purpose of the 'equitable doctrine of marshaling'?

Accepted Answer

To protect junior creditors by requiring a secured creditor to exhaust all other available collateral before resorting to the junior creditor's collateral.

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To give priority to secured creditors over unsecured creditors

Question 22

What is the impact of a 'security agreement' on the debtor's ownership rights in the collateral?

Accepted Answer

It creates a lien on the collateral, but the debtor retains legal ownership.

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It prohibits the debtor from selling or encumbering the collateral.

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It transfers ownership of the collateral to the secured creditor.

Question 23

A secured creditor might face a deficiency judgment if they fail to:

Accepted Answer

Sell the collateral in a commercially reasonable manner.

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Accept the collateral in full satisfaction of the debt.

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Proceed with a claim against the debtor in bankruptcy court.

Question 24

Which of the following actions is NOT a legal remedy for a secured creditor upon the debtor's default?

Accepted Answer

File a lawsuit alleging tortious interference

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Repossess the collateral

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Accelerate the debt

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Foreclose on the collateral

Question 25

What is the primary purpose of creating a security interest in a transaction?

Accepted Answer

To provide a secured creditor with a right to the collateral in the event of the debtor's default

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To transfer ownership of the collateral to the secured creditor

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To create a new class of asset

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To protect the debtor from personal liability

Question 26

What is the effect of a deficiency judgment?

Accepted Answer

It allows the secured creditor to recover the amount of the debt that remains unpaid after the foreclosure sale, up to the value of the collateral.

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It extinguishes the debtor's obligation to repay the debt

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It entitles the debtor to reimbursement for any surplus proceeds from the foreclosure sale

Question 27

In determining the commercial reasonableness of a foreclosure sale, which of the following factors is NOT taken into account?

Accepted Answer

The subjective feelings of the debtor

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The price obtained for the collateral

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The method and manner of the sale

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The time and place of the sale

Question 28

What is the purpose of a statutory redemption period following a foreclosure sale?

Accepted Answer

To grant the debtor a final opportunity to redeem the collateral by paying the debt and related expenses

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To allow the secured creditor to reconsider the terms of the sale

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To provide a cooling-off period for the purchaser

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a type of non-judicial foreclosure?

Accepted Answer

Strict foreclosure

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Power of sale

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Repossession

Question 30

What is the main difference between a secured transaction and an unsecured loan?

Accepted Answer

In a secured transaction, the creditor has a security interest in specific collateral, while in an unsecured loan, the creditor does not have any specific collateral to secure the debt.

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Secured transactions typically have lower interest rates than unsecured loans.

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Secured transactions are more common than unsecured loans.

Question 31

Upon default, which remedy is NOT typically available to a secured creditor?

Accepted Answer

Rescission of the underlying contract.

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Repossession of the collateral.

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Acceleration of the debt.

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Foreclosure.

Question 32

The primary goal of a foreclosure proceeding is to:

Accepted Answer

Sell the collateral to satisfy the secured debt.

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Impose sanctions on the debtor for breach of contract.

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Determine the validity of the security interest.

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Transfer the collateral to the debtor for full satisfaction of the debt.

Question 33

The doctrine of acceleration allows a secured creditor to:

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Demand immediate payment of the entire outstanding balance upon default.

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Modify the terms of the security agreement without the debtor's consent.

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Repossess the collateral without prior notice.

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Sue the debtor for breach of contract.

Question 34

In a non-judicial foreclosure sale, the collateral is typically sold:

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At a public auction.

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Through a private sale arranged by the secured creditor.

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By court order.

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At the debtor's place of business.

Question 35

After a foreclosure sale, the surplus proceeds, if any, typically go to:

Accepted Answer

The debtor.

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The court.

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The junior lienholders.

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The secured creditor's attorney.

Question 36

A primary purpose of the Truth in Lending Act (TILA) is to:

Accepted Answer

Ensure that borrowers receive clear and accurate information about their credit terms.

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Prohibit discrimination in lending based on race or gender.

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Regulate the interest rates charged on consumer loans.

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Create a national database of all consumer credit transactions.

Question 37

In a secured transaction involving a purchase money security interest, the debtor generally has the right to redeem the collateral:

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Even after default.

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Never.

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Only before default.

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Only if the collateral is essential to their business.

Question 38

Which of the following is **not** a remedy available to a secured creditor upon default?

Accepted Answer

Restitution

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Acceleration

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Foreclosure

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Repossession

Question 39

When a secured creditor accelerates the debt due to default, what is the consequence?

Accepted Answer

The entire debt becomes immediately due and payable.

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The creditor can only recover the amount in default.

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The creditor loses the security interest in the collateral.

Question 40

Which of the following is a statutory right of a debtor upon default?

Accepted Answer

Right to redeem the collateral

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Right to accelerate the debt

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Right to terminate the security agreement

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Right to foreclose on the secured creditor

Question 41

In a foreclosure sale, what is the minimum bid required?

Accepted Answer

The amount of the secured debt, plus costs and expenses

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The fair market value of the collateral

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The amount the debtor owes on the loan

Question 42

When a secured creditor repossesses collateral, what is the creditor's obligation?

Accepted Answer

To dispose of the collateral in a commercially reasonable manner

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To notify the debtor of the repossession

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To sell the collateral at the highest possible price

Question 43

What is the objective of a "strict foreclosure"?

Accepted Answer

To transfer ownership of the collateral to the secured creditor in satisfaction of the debt

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To give the debtor an opportunity to cure the default

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To force the sale of the collateral

Question 44

A secured party has a perfected security interest in a debtor's inventory. The debtor defaults on the loan. Under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), which of the following actions *cannot* be taken by the secured party without any notice to the debtor?

Accepted Answer

Immediately seize the inventory.

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Repossess the inventory.

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Accelerate the debt and demand immediate payment.

Question 45

A debtor defaults on a loan secured by a car. The secured party repossesses the car and sells it at a public auction. The sale price is less than the amount owed. What remedy can the secured party pursue to recover the remaining debt?

Accepted Answer

Pursue a deficiency judgment against the debtor.

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Demand that the debtor provide additional collateral.

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Sue the debtor for breach of contract.

Question 46

A secured party has a security interest in a debtor's accounts receivable. The debtor defaults, and the secured party wants to collect on the accounts. What is the essential step the secured party must take to effectively exercise its rights?

Accepted Answer

Notify the debtor's customers to make payments directly to the secured party.

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Obtain a court order authorizing the assignment of the accounts.

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File a financing statement with the Secretary of State.

Question 47

A secured party wants to repossess equipment from a debtor who is resisting. What legal action is the secured party most likely to take?

Accepted Answer

File a replevin action in court to recover the equipment.

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File a claim against the debtor's insurance policy.

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Immediately sell the equipment at a public auction.

Question 48

A secured party has a perfected security interest in a debtor's inventory. The debtor defaults, and the secured party repossesses the inventory. In the event of the debtor's bankruptcy, what is the secured party's priority?

Accepted Answer

Priority over unsecured creditors, but may be subject to the rights of other secured creditors with a higher priority.

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Highest priority in all bankruptcy proceedings.

Question 49

A secured party decides to sell collateral after a debtor defaults. What key factors must the secured party consider to ensure a commercially reasonable sale?

Accepted Answer

Maximize the value of the collateral and ensure fairness to both the debtor and the secured party.

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Conduct the sale in a private setting, away from public scrutiny.

Question 50

A debtor is in default on a secured loan. What steps can the debtor take to avoid foreclosure or repossession of the collateral?

Accepted Answer

Negotiate a workout agreement with the secured party, potentially modifying the loan terms or providing additional collateral.

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File a claim with the secured party's insurance company.

Question 51

A secured party has a security interest in a debtor's equipment, but failed to perfect it. The debtor defaults, and another creditor subsequently obtains a perfected security interest in the same equipment. Who has priority in the equipment?

Accepted Answer

The creditor with the perfected security interest.

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The secured party with the unperfected security interest because it was created first.

Question 52

A secured party has a security interest in a debtor's inventory. The debtor sells the inventory to a buyer who is unaware of the security interest.  If the buyer is a buyer in the ordinary course of business, what is the outcome?

Accepted Answer

The buyer takes the inventory free and clear of the secured party's security interest.

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The secured party's security interest always takes priority over the buyer's rights, even if the buyer is unaware of the security interest.

Question 53

A debtor defaults on a loan secured by real estate. The secured party initiates foreclosure proceedings. What is the most likely outcome?

Accepted Answer

The secured party will likely sell the real estate at a public auction to recover the debt, with any surplus proceeds returned to the debtor.

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The secured party will take ownership of the real estate and the debtor will be required to pay rent to the secured party.