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Question 1 of 10

1. A lawyer discovers a trust account shortage caused by a bookkeeping error. What must the lawyer do first?

A. Replace the funds quietly

B. Report immediately to the Law Society

C. Wait to see if it resolves

D. Close the trust account

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Question 2 of 10

2. A title search reveals an unregistered easement benefiting a neighbour. What is the lawyer’s best response?

A. Close the transaction immediately

B. Advise the client and investigate further

C. Register a new easement unilaterally

D. Ignore it since it is unregistered

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Question 3 of 10

3. A sole proprietor incorporates their business. Which statement is correct?

A. The corporation automatically assumes all liabilities

B. Personal guarantees may still be required

C. Incorporation eliminates all personal risk

D. Tax liabilities disappear upon incorporation

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Question 4 of 10

4. A lawyer drafts a will but fails to properly advise on dependent support claims. Who may bring a claim against the lawyer?

A. No one due to lack of privity

B. Only the testator

C. Intended beneficiaries in certain circumstances

D. Only the estate

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Question 5 of 10

5. A lawyer acts for both lender and borrower in a simple residential mortgage. Which is required?

A. Written consent after the transaction

B. Written consent before acting for both parties

C. Independent legal advice is prohibited

D. Court approval

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Question 6 of 10

6. A purchaser agrees to buy a residential property. Before closing, the house is substantially damaged by fire. Absent agreement otherwise, who bears the risk?

A. The purchaser upon waiver of conditions

B. The purchaser upon signing the agreement

C. The vendor until closing

D. The insurer automatically

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Question 7 of 10

7. A testator leaves property to a witness under the will. What is the effect?

A. The gift is reduced by half

B. The will is valid only if two other witnesses exist

C. The gift to the witness is void

D. The entire will is invalid

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Question 8 of 10

8. Shareholders enter into a unanimous shareholders’ agreement (USA). Which effect does it have?

A. The corporation ceases to exist

B. Directors retain full management authority

C. Shareholders assume directors’ rights and liabilities to the extent transferred

D. Creditors are bound automatically

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Question 9 of 10

9. A lawyer undertakes to discharge an existing mortgage after closing but fails to do so. Which statement is correct?

A. The undertaking expires after closing

B. Undertakings are aspirational only

C. Failure may result in professional discipline

D. Only the client may enforce the undertaking

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Question 10 of 10

10. Directors of a corporation approve a transaction that benefits one director personally but harms the corporation. Which duty is most clearly breached?

A. Duty of care

B. Duty to shareholders only

C. Duty of loyalty

D. Duty of confidentiality

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