Exam L4M3 Topic 4 Question 189 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L4M3 exam
Question #: 189
Topic #: 4
In a contract, express terms and implied terms may contradict on the same issues. Under which of the following circumstances, implied terms will override express terms?

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Express terms are the terms of the agreement which are expressly agreed between the parties. Ideally, they will be written down in a contract between the parties but where the contract is agreed verbally, they will be the terms discussed and agreed between the parties.
Implied terms are terms implied into the contract by the courts. They are not expressly set out in the contract but are taken to be as effective as if they were and as if they had been included from dayone of the contract.
The express terms and any implied terms together create the legally binding obligations on the parties.
Express terms are explicit and will normally override implied terms unless the implied term is created by statute and the law states that it cannot be overridden.
Reference:
- Contracts: Express and Implied Terms
- CIPS study guide page 126-132
LO 3, AC 3.1

by Jonathan at May 03, 2026, 10:00 PM

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