Elements of a Valid Contract: Master the Essentials

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT an essential element of a valid contract?

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Agreement

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Offer

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Acceptance

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Consideration

Question 2

An offer is a:

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Invitation to negotiate

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Request for an offer

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Withdrawal of an offer

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Acceptance of an offer

Question 3

Which of the following statements about consideration is true?

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Consideration need not have value.

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Consideration can only be money.

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Consideration must benefit both parties.

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Consideration is only required in unilateral contracts.

Question 4

Which of the following contracts is illegal and therefore void?

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A contract to commit a crime

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A contract to purchase a car

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A contract to purchase a house

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A contract to provide legal services

Question 5

An offer can be revoked:

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At any time before it is accepted

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Only if it is made in writing

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Only if it is made under seal

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Never

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT considered an essential element for a contract to be legally valid?

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Legality of Purpose

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Offer and Acceptance

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Consideration

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Capacity to Contract

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a required element of a valid contract?

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Good faith

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Offer

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Acceptance

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Consideration

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a valid form of acceptance?

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Rejection of the offer

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Verbal communication

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Written communication

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Conduct manifesting acceptance

Question 9

Consideration is:

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The exchange of value that supports the contract

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The legal obligation to fulfill the contract

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The promise to perform a specific act

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The benefit received by one party from the contract

Question 10

A contract that violates public policy or is illegal is considered:

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Void

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Voidable

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Unenforceable

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Valid

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a defense to the enforcement of a contract?

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Performance

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Statute of limitations

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Fraud

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Mistake

Question 12

The legal process by which a contract is terminated is called:

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Discharge

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Rescission

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Breach

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Frustration

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a type of implied contract?

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Express contract

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Contract implied in fact

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Contract implied in law

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Quasi-contract

Question 14

The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) governs which type of contracts?

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Sales of goods

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Employment contracts

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Real estate contracts

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Loan agreements

Question 15

Which option is NOT a fundamental component of a legally binding contract?

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Mutual agreement

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Offer

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Acceptance

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Consideration

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a form of consideration that can support a contract?

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A promise to engage in illegal activity

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Monetary payment

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Transfer of goods

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Performance of services

Question 17

Capacity to enter into a legally binding agreement refers to:

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Both legal competence and mental capacity

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Legal competence and authorization

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Mental capability to comprehend contract terms

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Financial resources to fulfill obligations

Question 18

A contract is considered unlawful if its purpose:

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Meets any of the aforementioned criteria

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Conflicts with established public policies

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Violates existing laws and regulations

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Is inherently immoral or unethical

Question 19

A voidable contract is characterized as:

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Initially valid but subject to potential cancellation

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Invalid from its inception due to legal defects

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Enforceable only if one party fulfills their commitments

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None of the options provided

Question 20

The Statute of Frauds mandates that certain types of contracts must be documented in writing in order to be:

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Valid and legally enforceable

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Subject to potential legal challenges

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Binding only if all parties sign the written agreement

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None of the options provided

Question 21

Under the Statute of Frauds, which element is required for certain contracts to be legally binding?

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Written documentation

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Witness presence

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Notarization

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Verbal agreement

Question 22

Which option is NOT a fundamental component of a valid contract?

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Compensation

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Offer

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Acceptance

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Capacity

Question 23

In the realm of contract law, an offer is best defined as:

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A proposition made to enter into a binding agreement.

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The acceptance of a proposition.

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The value exchanged between parties.

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The fulfillment of contractual obligations.

Question 24

Consideration refers to:

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The benefit or value exchanged between parties in a contract.

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The promise to perform a specific action.

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The legal capacity of a party to enter into a contract.

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The lawfulness of the contract's purpose.

Question 25

A contract that is unlawful or contravenes public policy is considered:

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Void

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Voidable

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Unenforceable

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Valid

Question 26

Which of the following options is NOT a type of express acceptance?

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Acceptance by conduct

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Written acceptance

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Verbal acceptance

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Electronic acceptance

Question 27

In the case of an offer that specifies a time frame for acceptance, the offer:

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Expires at the end of the specified time.

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Can be accepted any time before the specified time.

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Can be accepted within a reasonable time after the specified time.

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Is automatically revoked at the end of the specified time.

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT a potential remedy for breach of contract?

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Punitive damages

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Damages

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Specific performance

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Rescission

Question 29

A contract where one party promises to provide goods or services in exchange for payment from the other party is known as a:

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Bilateral contract

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Unilateral contract

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Executed contract

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Executory contract

Question 30

Which scenario represents a legally enforceable contract?

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An oral agreement to pay for legal services.

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A verbal agreement to buy a car without specifying the price.

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A written contract signed by someone intoxicated.

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A contract related to an illegal activity, like drug dealing.

Question 31

In the context of contract law, which of the following constitutes valid consideration?

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The exchange of money for goods or services

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A promise to perform an illegal act

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A gift or donation

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A past benefit or service

Question 32

Which type of contract is considered void and unenforceable due to its unlawful nature?

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A contract to commit fraud or deceive

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A contract for the purchase of a house

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A contract to provide legal advice

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A contract to sell a car

Question 33

A unilateral contract is characterized by:

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A promise made by only one party

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Mutual promises exchanged by both parties

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An exchange of goods or services

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A written agreement signed by both parties

Question 34

According to the Statute of Frauds, which elements must be present for certain types of contracts to be considered valid?

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Written form and signature

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Verbal agreement and consideration

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Written form and notarization

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Consideration and capacity

Question 35

Which of the following types of contracts is subject to the Statute of Frauds and must be in writing to be enforceable?

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Contracts for the sale of real estate

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Contracts for the sale of goods over $500

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Contracts for the provision of services

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Contracts for the purchase of a vehicle

Question 36

How does the Statute of Frauds contribute to the legal validity of contracts?

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Prevents fraud and ensures enforceability.

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Makes all verbal contracts legally binding.

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Applies only to real estate transactions.

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Has no impact on contract formation.

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT an essential element of a valid contract in the United States?

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Legality

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Offer

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Acceptance

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Consideration

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT valid consideration in a contract in the United States?

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The promise to perform an illegal act

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The exchange of a physical item, such as a car

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The transfer of money

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The performance of a preexisting duty

Question 39

In the United States, a minor entering into a contract without parental consent is:

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Voidable at the minor's discretion

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Bound to the contract as if they were an adult

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Unconditionally bound to the contract

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Bound only if the contract benefits the minor

Question 40

When a contract is breached in the United States, the non-breaching party may seek:

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Any of the above

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Compensatory damages

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Specific performance

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Injunction

Question 41

A contract that is not in writing and is enforceable despite the Statute of Frauds in the United States is known as a:

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Parol contract

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Executed contract

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Void contract

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Bilateral contract

Question 42

A homeowner offers to sell their house for $300,000. A potential buyer responds by saying, "I'll buy it for $280,000."  What does the buyer's response represent in terms of contract law?

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Counteroffer

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Acceptance

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Offer

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Consideration

Question 43

A 16-year-old signs a contract to buy a car. This contract is likely:

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Voidable

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Unenforceable

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Valid

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Illegal

Question 44

A business promises to pay a supplier $10,000 for delivering materials. What is this promise called in contract law?

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Consideration

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Legality

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Offer

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Acceptance

Question 45

Two friends agree to go on a hiking trip next month.  Is this agreement a legally binding contract?

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No, it likely lacks consideration

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No, it lacks a written agreement

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Yes, it is implied by their friendship

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Yes, it is a valid contract

Question 46

Which of these is NOT a required element for a valid contract?

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Written document

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Acceptance

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Consideration

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Offer

Question 47

A contract for the sale of illegal drugs would be considered:

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Void

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Valid

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Voidable

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Enforceable

Question 48

A contract where one party has the right to avoid their obligations is called:

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Voidable

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Illegal

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Valid

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Enforceable

Question 49

What is the primary purpose of consideration in a contract?

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To ensure both parties are exchanging something of value

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To create a written record of the agreement

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To establish a legal relationship between the parties

Question 50

A contract is considered formed when:

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Acceptance of the offer is communicated

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The contract is witnessed by a third party

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The parties sign a written agreement