What is the function of a "release clause" in a mortgage?

What is the function of a "release clause"

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AReleases the lender from liability.
BRelease the title company from liability
CAllow a borrower to be released from liability
DAllow the release of some properties upon partial payment, when more than one property is used as security for the debt

✓ Correct answer: D. Allow the release of some properties upon partial payment, when more than one property is used as security for the debt A release clause, commonly found in a blanket mortgage, permits segments of the property to be released from a lien as payments are made.<br/><br/>.

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