Formation of Contracts: Essential Elements for Valid Agreements

Question 1

Which of the following is **not** an essential element for the formation of a valid contract?

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Witness

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Offer

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Acceptance

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Consideration

Question 2

In a unilateral contract, the offer is accepted through:

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Performance of an act

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Written acceptance

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Verbal acceptance

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Consideration

Question 3

The "mirror image" rule requires that acceptance:

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Exactly matches the terms of the offer

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Substantially complies with the terms of the offer

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Is communicated in writing

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Is supported by consideration

Question 4

Which of the following statements about implied contracts is **incorrect**?

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They are typically written

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They arise from the conduct of the parties

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They do not require an express agreement

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They are legally binding

Question 5

Which of the following is **not** an essential element for a valid contract?

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Mutual understanding

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Offer

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Acceptance

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Consideration

Question 6

Which of the following factors **cannot** affect a person's capacity to enter into a contract?

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Employment status

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Age

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Mental capability

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Intoxication

Question 7

A bilateral contract is created when:

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Both parties make promises to each other

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One party makes a promise and the other accepts

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A promise is made in exchange for an act

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An act is performed in exchange for a promise

Question 8

Which of the following is **not** a recognized defense to the formation of a contract?

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Willingness to enter the contract

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Coercion

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Undue influence

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Mistake

Question 9

The purpose of the Statute of Frauds is to:

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Require certain types of contracts to be in writing

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Prohibit the formation of oral contracts

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Make it easier to prove the existence of a contract

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Protect consumers from fraud

Question 10

What distinguishes express contracts from implied contracts?

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Intent

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Written form

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Amount of payment

Question 11

Which of the following constitutes a legally valid offer?

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A promise to buy a car if the price meets certain conditions

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An invitation to make an offer

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A request for a charitable donation

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A general statement of willingness to perform a service

Question 12

Acceptance of an offer, to be effective, must be:

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Communicated to the offeror in a clear and timely manner

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In writing and signed by both parties

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Supported by additional consideration

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Conditional upon the fulfillment of specific terms

Question 13

Regarding the legal capacity of minors in contract law, which statement is accurate?

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Minors' contracts are voidable at their option

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Minors are fully liable for all contracts they enter into

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Minors are not liable for any contracts unless they involve basic necessities

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Minors are entitled to rescind contracts even after reaching the age of majority

Question 14

An illegal contract is characterized as:

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Void from the outset, with no legal effect

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Voidable at the option of one or both parties

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Enforceable, despite its illegal nature

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Legal but unenforceable

Question 15

Which of the following actions constitutes a breach of contract?

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Failure to fulfill the promised performance as agreed

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Performing the contract in a timely and satisfactory manner

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Requesting a reasonable extension of time for performance

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Offering an alternative form of performance

Question 16

An implied contract is primarily based on:

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The conduct and actions of the parties, suggesting mutual agreement

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The express intentions and written agreements of the parties

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A written document signed by both parties

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Cannot arise in the context of business transactions

Question 17

When a contract violates public policy, what are the legal consequences? Explain your answer with specific examples.

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The contract is void and cannot be enforced.

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The contract is valid but cannot be enforced by the courts.

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The contract is valid and enforceable, but the parties may face criminal charges.

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The contract is valid and enforceable, but the parties may face civil penalties.

Question 18

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

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Witnesses

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Offer

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Acceptance

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Consideration

Question 19

Contract formation occurs when:

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The offer is accepted

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The offer is made

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Consideration is exchanged

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The contract is written down

Question 20

A breach of contract occurs when a party:

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Fails to perform their obligations

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Makes a mistake

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Changes their mind

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Enters into a new contract

Question 21

The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) specifically applies to:

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Contracts for the sale of goods

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Real estate contracts

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Employment contracts

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All types of contracts

Question 22

In contract formation, what is the legal definition of consideration?

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The exchange of something of value between parties to form a contract

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The legal obligation that binds parties to fulfill their contractual duties

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The main subject matter of the contract

Question 23

A minor's contract is generally considered:

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Voidable

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Void

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Legally binding

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Enforceable only if it is for necessities

Question 24

The statute of frauds in the United States requires certain types of contracts to be in writing to be enforceable. Which of the following contracts is NOT required to be in writing?

Accepted Answer

Marriage contracts

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Sale of goods over a certain amount

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Contracts for the sale of land

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Contracts for services that cannot be performed within one year

Question 25

Which of the following is a type of implied contract in the United States?

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Both of the above

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Contract implied-in-fact

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Contract implied-in-law

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Neither of the above

Question 26

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

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Statute of Frauds

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Offer

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Acceptance

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Consideration

Question 27

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

Accepted Answer

Witnesses

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Consideration

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Acceptance

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Offer

Question 28

A legally valid offer must be:

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Clear and definite, indicating the terms of the contract

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Coerced and obtained under duress

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Unconditional and irrevocable

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Vague and open-ended

Question 29

Which of the following actions constitutes a valid method of accepting an offer?

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Performance of the contractual obligations

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Making a counteroffer

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Remaining silent without any response

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Rejection of the offer

Question 30

In the context of contract law, consideration refers to:

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Something of value that is exchanged between the parties to the contract

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The subject matter or purpose of the contract

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The legal obligation to perform a particular duty

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A promise to perform a specific act

Question 31

In a bilateral contract:

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Both parties make legally enforceable promises to each other

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Only one party makes a promise, while the other party provides consideration

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The consideration is executed (performed) by both parties at the time of contract formation

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The consideration is executory (not yet performed) for both parties

Question 32

Which type of contract must be in writing to be legally enforceable?

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Statute of Frauds contract (as defined by law)

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Implied contract (inferred from the conduct of the parties)

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Express contract (created through explicit verbal or written agreement)

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Quasi contract (a court-imposed obligation to prevent unjust enrichment)

Question 33

A contract that is void ab initio is:

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Legally invalid from the moment of its creation

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Legally binding but subject to defenses that can be raised

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Voidable at the option of one or both parties

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Unenforceable due to lack of contractual capacity

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT considered an essential element of a legally binding contract?

Accepted Answer

Witness Signature

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Offer

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Acceptance

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Consideration

Question 35

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

Accepted Answer

Duration

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Offer

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Acceptance

Question 36

Acceptance of an offer can be express or implied through:

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Conduct or performance

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Silence

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Rejection

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Counteroffer

Question 37

Consideration is:

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Something of legal value exchanged between the parties

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A legal obligation imposed by the court

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A gift given without expecting anything in return

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A promise to do something in the future

Question 38

A contract that is illegal is:

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Void

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Voidable

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Valid

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Unenforceable

Question 39

A contract is said to be bilateral when:

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Both parties make promises

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Only one party makes a promise

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The contract is in writing

Question 40

The Statute of Frauds requires certain types of contracts to be in writing to be enforceable. Which of the following is NOT one of those types?

Accepted Answer

Contracts for the sale of services

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Contracts for the sale of land

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Contracts that cannot be performed within one year

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Contracts for the sale of goods over a certain value

Question 41

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

Accepted Answer

Mutual intent to be legally bound

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Acceptance

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Offer

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Consideration

Question 42

A(n) _____ is a legally enforceable proposal to enter into a contract.

Accepted Answer

Offer

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Acceptance

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Promise

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Agreement

Question 43

What is the legal term for the exchange of something of value in a contract?

Accepted Answer

Consideration

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Fee

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Payment

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Compensation

Question 44

Which of the following contracts is an example of an illegal contract?

Accepted Answer

A contract to purchase illegal drugs

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A contract to acquire real estate

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A contract to establish a business

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A contract to provide legal services

Question 45

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

Accepted Answer

Implied contract

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Written contract

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Oral contract

Question 46

A liquidated damages clause in a contract specifies _____ in case of breach.

Accepted Answer

A predetermined amount of compensation

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An injunction against the breaching party

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Rescission of the contract

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Specific performance of the contract

Question 47

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

Accepted Answer

Unilateral mistake

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Consideration

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Acceptance

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Offer

Question 48

Which scenario exemplifies a contract that is voidable due to a lack of capacity?

Accepted Answer

A contract entered into by a minor.

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A contract with an ambiguous term.

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A contract made under duress.

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A contract for illegal activities.

Question 49

Sarah offers to sell her car to John for $5,000. John responds, "I'll buy it, but only if you lower the price to $4,500." This response represents a(n):

Accepted Answer

Counteroffer

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Rejection

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Acceptance

Question 50

What is the key difference between a void contract and a voidable contract?

Accepted Answer

A void contract is invalid from the start, while a voidable contract is initially valid but can be voided by a party.

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A void contract is legally binding, while a voidable contract is not.

Question 51

Which of the following is NOT a necessary requirement for a valid acceptance of an offer?

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The acceptance must be communicated in writing.

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The acceptance must be communicated to the offeror.

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The acceptance must be unequivocal.

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The acceptance must be made in response to the offer.

Question 52

A contract for the sale of illegal drugs is considered:

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Void

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Enforceable

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Voidable

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Valid

Question 53

A unilateral contract is formed when:

Accepted Answer

One party promises something in exchange for the other party's action.

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Both parties exchange promises.

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One party makes a promise and the other party accepts it verbally.