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Case summary: C came into contract with F for building a home. The materials used in building the home must be the brand of CB and this clause is specifically mentioned in the contract. In C’s absence F used K’s fixtures which was an equivalent brand in terms of quality. When the building was on the verge of completion, C, after scrutinizing the work, discovered the substitution and refused to accept the house.
To discuss: Elaborate on the claim raised by C.
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