Types of Contracts: Unilateral, Bilateral, Trilateral, and Multilateral

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If you offer a general reward for finding your lost pen, which type of contract is created?

  • Bilateral contract
  • Multilateral contract
  • Unilateral contract (correct)
  • Trilateral contract

What type of contract involves two parties making promises to each other?

  • Trilateral contract
  • Bilateral contract (correct)
  • Unilateral contract
  • Multilateral contract

In a trilateral contract, how many parties are involved in making promises?

  • One
  • More than three
  • Three (correct)
  • Two

What type of contract involves more than three parties making promises to each other?

<p>Multilateral contract (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you make a promise in return for a promise from another party, what type of contract are you engaged in?

<p>Bilateral contract (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between a unilateral contract and a bilateral contract?

<p>In unilateral contracts, only one party is bound, whereas in bilateral contracts, two parties make promises to each other. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a multilateral contract from a trilateral contract?

<p>A trilateral contract involves only two parties, whereas a multilateral contract involves more than three parties. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a unilateral contract?

<p>Only one party is bound to perform, but it is still a valid contract. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a bilateral contract differ from a multilateral contract?

<p>Bilateral contracts involve only one party making promises, while multilateral contracts involve multiple parties. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the nature of trilateral contracts?

<p>In trilateral contracts, each party makes a promise to another party involved. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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