The correct answer is: C. discharges the other joint promisor also frees the joint promisor so released from responsibility to the other joint promisor or joint promisors.
A joint promise is a promise made by two or more people, where each person is individually liable for the entire debt. This means that if one person fails to pay, the other person(s) are still responsible for the full amount.
If one of the joint promisors is released from the debt, the other joint promisor(s) are also released. This is because the release of one joint promisor extinguishes the entire debt.
There are a few exceptions to this rule. For example, if the release is made in consideration of the joint promisor’s performance, then the other joint promisor(s) may still be liable. Additionally, if the release is made by the creditor, then the other joint promisor(s) may not be released if they have not consented to the release.
In general, however, the release of one joint promisor discharges the other joint promisor(s) from liability.
Here is a brief explanation of each option:
- Option A: This option is incorrect because it states that the release of one joint promisor does not discharge the other joint promisor. This is not the case, as the release of one joint promisor extinguishes the entire debt.
- Option B: This option is incorrect because it states that the release of one joint promisor discharges the other joint promisor, but it does not free the joint promisor so released from responsibility to the other joint promisor or joint promisors. This is not the case, as the release of one joint promisor also frees the joint promisor so released from responsibility to the other joint promisor or joint promisors.
- Option C: This option is correct because it states that the release of one joint promisor discharges the other joint promisor also frees the joint promisor so released from responsibility to the other joint promisor or joint promisors. This is the general rule, with a few exceptions.
- Option D: This option is incorrect because it states that release of one of such joint promisors is not possible. This is not the case, as the release of one joint promisor is possible, with a few exceptions.