Contracts & ExecutionQuestion 816 of 1605
An express warranty in a construction contract is:
a.A warranty implied automatically by law regardless of the contract
b.A specific promise or affirmation of fact about the work or materials that the contractor explicitly states in writing or orally
c.A promise that the work will last forever
d.A guarantee that only the manufacturer can give
Explanation
An express warranty is a specific promise or affirmation of fact that the contractor actually states, such as 'this roof will be free from leaks for five years.' It arises from the parties' own words, written or spoken, rather than being imposed by law. It is not limited to manufacturers and does not promise the work will last forever; it means exactly what the contractor expressly promised.
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