Texas Surveyors Practice Exam

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What is the purpose of the 'Body' in a description?

To identify the subject tract
To add rights not included
To include all information about the conveyed tract
To reserve rights from the described area

The correct answer is: To include all information about the conveyed tract

The purpose of the 'Body' in a property description is to include all pertinent information about the conveyed tract. This section comprehensively details the dimensions, boundaries, and any relevant characteristics of the property being described, ensuring that there is a clear understanding of what is being conveyed. By providing a thorough account of the property, the 'Body' supports the necessity for precision and clarity in legal descriptions, which is crucial for avoiding disputes over property lines and ownership. The other options pertain to additional aspects of property descriptions but do not capture the full scope of what the 'Body' accomplishes. Identifying the subject tract, adding rights, or reserving rights from the described area are all important legal functions, but they do not encapsulate the primary role of the 'Body' in a description.