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Practice question: Special Power of Attorney

Multiple Choice Medium

Practice question

The principal authorizes borrowing PHP 200,000 from Bank B only, with no guarantee for third parties. The draft instead authorizes unlimited loans and guarantees. Which correction is needed?
  1. Retain the broader text because the title controls.
  2. Replace the limit with any amount the agent prefers.
  3. Add unlimited gifts to strangers.
  4. Let the debtor of another transaction choose the powers.
  5. State the intended borrowing limit and lender and exclude third-party guarantees.

Legal references

  • Civil Code, Articles 1654-1663 and 1878, specific provision identified: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra1949/ra_386_1949.html

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