Honey files a complaint for specific performance without a certification against forum shopping. After a motion to dismiss, Honey attaches an amended complaint with the required certification. How should the judge resolve the motion if asked to decide now?

• A. Deny the motion after hearing; lack of forum shopping certification is not curable by amendment, but the court may liberal treat the amendment as substantial compliance
• B. Grant the motion outright because amendment cures the defect
• C. Dismiss the case with prejudice
• D. Stay the case pending further proceedings

Answer: (A)