[Solved] A, B, and C are co-owners of a parcel of land. A sells his aliquot part of the whole property without the consent of B and C. Is the sale valid?

Q.	A, B, and C are co-owners of a parcel of land. A sells his aliquot part of the whole property without the consent of B and C. Is the sale valid?
A.	Yes, it is valid, because the right of alienation is one of his rights over the ideal shares in the co-ownership.
B.	No, it is invalid, because the consent of his co-owners is material for the sale to be valid.
C.	Yes, it is valid because the co-owners did not object when he sold his part.
D.	No, it is invalid because a co-owner cannot sell his part to third person without offering it first to his co-owners.
Answer» A. Yes, it is valid, because the right of alienation is one of his rights over the ideal shares in the co-ownership.

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