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Free Contracts & Agency – New York Real Estate Salesperson Exam Practice Test (2026)

75 questions · 90 min · 70% to pass

75 Questions · 90 Minutes · 70% to Pass

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Sample Questions

Question 1

What is the difference between a void contract and a voidable contract?

Answer: A void contract has no legal effect from the beginning and cannot be enforced by either party (e.g., a contract for an illegal purpose). A voidable contract is valid but can be cancelled by one party under specific circumstances.

Question 2

Under New York's Statute of Frauds, which type of contract must be in writing to be enforceable?

Answer: Contracts for the sale of real property must be in writing to be enforceable in New York. An oral contract for the sale of real estate is generally unenforceable.

Question 3

What are the four essential elements required for a valid real estate contract in New York?

Answer: A valid contract requires: (1) offer and acceptance (mutual assent), (2) consideration, (3) legally competent parties, and (4) lawful purpose. Real estate contracts must also be in writing to be enforceable under the Statute of Frauds.

Question 4

What is the legal term for a contract that appears valid on its surface but can be voided by one of the parties?

Answer: A voidable contract is one that may be affirmed or rejected at the option of one of the parties. Common examples include contracts signed by minors or those signed under duress or misrepresentation.

Question 5

What is 'consideration' in the context of a real estate contract?

Answer: Consideration is something of value exchanged between the parties that induces each to enter the contract. In real estate, it is typically money (purchase price), but it can be any benefit or detriment agreed upon by the parties.