[Solved] A ordered books from Rex Publishing worth P1M. The books were delivered to him at his office and as it was a Sunday, he issued a check which was dishonored when it was presented for payment. He sold the books to B. Can Rex Publishing recover the books?

Q.	A ordered books from Rex Publishing worth P1M. The books were delivered to him at his office and as it was a Sunday, he issued a check which was dishonored when it was presented for payment. He sold the books to B. Can Rex Publishing recover the books?
A.	Rex Publishing can recover the books because it was unlawfully deprived when the check was dishonored.
B.	Rex Publishing can file an action for rescission of the contract.
C.	Rex Publishing can file an action for sum of money against A, or file criminal cases for violation of BP22 and Art. 315, RPC.
D.	Rex Publishing can file an action for declaration of nullity of the contract of sale.
Answer» C. Rex Publishing can file an action for sum of money against A, or file criminal cases for violation of BP22 and Art. 315, RPC.

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