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BL – May 2012 – L1 – SA – Q1 – Sources of Nigerian Law

Identifying the problem equity sought to address in common law.

Which problem of common law was equity developed to solve?

A. Age
B. Weight
C. Power
D. Harshness
E. Hegemony

D. Harshness

Explanation:
Equity was introduced to address the harshness and rigidity of the common law. Common law often led to unjust outcomes when applied strictly, and equity provided a way to ensure fairness and justice in situations where the common law fell short.

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