Novation differs from delegation in that:

A They are identical

B A novation completely substitutes a new party and releases the original obligor from liability

C Delegation requires court approval

D Novation only applies to leases

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Novation: all original parties agree to substitute a new party, releasing the original obligor. Delegation: original obligor remains liable even after delegating performance.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Novation differs from delegation in that:" is Option B: A novation completely substitutes a new party and releases the original obligor from liability.

The other options — A) They are identical, C) Delegation requires court approval, D) Novation only applies to leases — are incorrect for this BAR Exam Prep question. As explained above: Novation: all original parties agree to substitute a new party, releasing the original obligor. Delegation: original obligor remains liable even after delegating performance.

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Novation differs from delegation in that:

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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