Ask Question
4 April, 23:27

Ness, a broker, advises Ollie to invest in Penny Stock Inc. When the share price of Penny's stock drops, Ollie accuses Ness of fraud, claiming reliance on the broker's advice. The reliance that gives rise to liability for fraud requires a. an expectation of financial gain. b. a statement communicated to at least one person other than the plaintiff. c. puffery. d. a misrepresentation of a fact knowing that it is false.

+5
Answers (1)
  1. 5 April, 01:50
    0
    Answer: d. a misrepresentation of a fact knowing it is falso

    Explanation:

    Reliance that gives rise to liability for fraud requires intentional misrepresentation, that is a misrepresentation of a fact knowing that it is false. If Ness, the broker intentionally misled Ollie and advised Ollie to buy Penny stock shares based on Ness's that the stock price will rise Ness will be charged with fraud.
Know the Answer?
Not Sure About the Answer?
Get an answer to your question ✅ “Ness, a broker, advises Ollie to invest in Penny Stock Inc. When the share price of Penny's stock drops, Ollie accuses Ness of fraud, ...” in 📙 Business if there is no answer or all answers are wrong, use a search bar and try to find the answer among similar questions.
Search for Other Answers