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Pat and Quinn married after dating for six months. Before the ceremony, Quinn falsely told Pat that Quinn had no student loans and owned a profitable business. Quinn also said that Quinn wanted children, although Quinn privately had scheduled a sterilization procedure and intended never to have children. Pat discovered the student loans and business losses one month after the wedding but continued living with Quinn for two years. Pat discovered the sterilization plan only after Quinn admitted it during counseling.
Pat also claims the wedding occurred under pressure because Quinn threatened to end the relationship and cancel a prepaid reception if Pat delayed the ceremony. No threats of physical harm, illegal action, or financial ruin were made. Pat now seeks annulment based on fraud and duress. Quinn argues that, at most, Pat should seek divorce.
Discuss whether Pat is likely entitled to annulment based on fraud, duress, or ratification principles.