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Series 79: Collection, Analysis & Evaluation of Data
Series 79 practice questionmediumLegal due diligence – representations and warranties

When advising a seller in an M&A transaction, which acquisition-agreement term most directly limits the time during which the buyer may bring post-closing claims for breaches of representations and warranties?

  1. AMaterial adverse change (MAC) representation
  2. BFundamental reps relating to organization and authority
  3. CTax compliance representations
  4. DSurvival period for reps and warranties✓ Correct answer
Explanation

Why DSurvival period for reps and warranties

Limiting the survival period reduces the time frame during which a buyer can bring claims, directly limiting the seller's post-closing liability. MAC clauses, organizational, and tax reps are important, but survival period sets the liability window.

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