In a foreclosure sale involving a junior mortgage, if the junior lienholder fails to appear despite proper notice, what is the typical effect on the lien?

• A. The sale extinguishes the junior lien and transfers title free of that lien.
• B. The lien remains attached to the property and must be resolved later.
• C. The lien becomes the senior lien automatically.
• D. The sale is invalid until the junior lienholder consents.

Answer: (A)