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A homeowner hired a contractor for a $45,000 kitchen renovation. The contractor completed 80% of the work before abandoning the project. Under SC law, what is the contractor's maximum exposure for actual damages if the homeowner must pay another contractor $15,000 to complete the work?

Correct Answer

A) $15,000

The contractor is liable for the actual damages incurred by the homeowner, which is the $15,000 cost to complete the work.

Answer Options
A
$15,000
B
$9,000
C
$12,000
D
$36,000

Why This Is the Correct Answer

The contractor is liable for the actual damages incurred by the homeowner, which is the $15,000 cost to complete the work.

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