What Must a Minor Do If He or She Wishes

question 31

Essay

What must a minor do if he or she wishes to avoid liability under a contract?

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Definitions:

Interest Earned

The amount of income generated from an investment or the amount of interest accumulated on a financial asset over a period of time.

Bond Payable

A long-term debt instrument issued by a company, promising to pay the holder a specified amount of interest over a set period and to repay the principal on the bond's maturity date.

Long-Term

Referring to assets, liabilities, or investments that are expected to be held or mature in more than one year.

Interest-Bearing Note

A promissory note that comes with the agreement to pay the holder a fixed amount of interest over a specified period until the principal amount is repaid.