A counterclaim is compulsory if it:

A Is filed voluntarily

B Arises out of the same transaction or occurrence as the opposing party claim

C Involves different parties

D Is permissive only

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

FRCP 13(a): a compulsory counterclaim arises from the same transaction/occurrence as the opposing claim. Failure to assert it typically results in waiver.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "A counterclaim is compulsory if it:" is Option B: Arises out of the same transaction or occurrence as the opposing party claim.

The other options — A) Is filed voluntarily, C) Involves different parties, D) Is permissive only — are incorrect for this BAR Exam Prep question. As explained above: FRCP 13(a): a compulsory counterclaim arises from the same transaction/occurrence as the opposing claim. Failure to assert it typically results in waiver.

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A counterclaim is compulsory if it:

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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