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In Byrne v Van Tienhoven, when did the revocation become effective?
In Byrne v Van Tienhoven, when did the revocation become effective?
- On October 20th when the revocation reached the offeree (correct)
- On October 8th when the offer was revoked
- On October 11th when the offer was received
- On October 15th when acceptance was confirmed by letter
In Dickinson v Dodds, why was there no binding contract formed?
In Dickinson v Dodds, why was there no binding contract formed?
- The plaintiff attempted acceptance after being aware the offer was revoked
- The defendant changed his mind before the offer was accepted
- The defendant agreed to sell the property to someone else
- All of the above (correct)
In Hyde v Wrench, if Wrench's initial offer was unconditionally accepted, would there be a binding contract?
In Hyde v Wrench, if Wrench's initial offer was unconditionally accepted, would there be a binding contract?
- No
- It depends on whether Wrench intended to be legally bound
- It depends on whether the offer was revoked before acceptance
- Yes (correct)
How can an offer be revoked according to the cases?
How can an offer be revoked according to the cases?
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What principle is illustrated by the postal rule in Byrne v Van Tienhoven?
What principle is illustrated by the postal rule in Byrne v Van Tienhoven?
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