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Define a contract according to the text.
Define a contract according to the text.
Contracts are agreements that the law will enforce. They are individual, or private, rights and duties created by oral or written agreement and consent of the parties. They may include obligations imposed by law even if the parties are not aware of those obligations.
Explain the approach to contract law based on common sense and fairness as stated in the text.
Explain the approach to contract law based on common sense and fairness as stated in the text.
Contract law follows the dictates of common sense and fairness. After looking at all the facts and circumstances, one should answer the following questions: 1. Was there an agreement? 2. What did each party commit to do? 3. Did either party – or both – fail to do what he or she promised? 4. If yes, how do you measure the cost to the nonbreaching party.
What is an express contract? Give an example.
What is an express contract? Give an example.
An express contract is where the promises are communicated by language, either oral or written. Example: John promises to paint Dan’s car in return for Dan’s promise to pay him $100.
Explain what an implied contract is and provide an example.
Explain what an implied contract is and provide an example.
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What is a unilateral contract? Offer an example.
What is a unilateral contract? Offer an example.
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