________ Is a Promise to Refrain from Doing an Unlawful

question 9

Multiple Choice

________ is a promise to refrain from doing an unlawful act, and therefore is a promise that will not support a contract.

• A) Preexisting duty
• B) Illusory promise
• C) Illegal consideration
• D) Gift promise

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Definitions:

Altered State

An altered state refers to a condition significantly different from the norm, where perception, thinking, and consciousness are modified.

Hypnosis

A trance-like state of focused attention, reduced peripheral awareness, and increased suggestibility.

Partial Deprivation

A condition or situation where an individual or organism is denied part, but not all, of a necessary or desired resource or stimulus.

Selective Sleep Deprivation

A process where specific stages of sleep are intentionally prevented over a period of time, to study the effects of such deprivation on various physiological and psychological functions.