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A clause excusing performance when events beyond the parties' control (e.g., war, natural disasters) prevent it is called a:

  1. Liquidated damages clause
  2. Escalation clause
  3. Force majeure clause
  4. Retention clause

Answer

C. Force majeure clause

Solution

It reflects the principle of fortuitous events.

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