Mary Goes into a Store in Which She Sees a SALE

question 19

Multiple Choice

Mary goes into a store in which she sees a SALE sign.While she is looking round,she notices that a sign that says 50 percent off has been placed against a pair of knee-high boots.She takes the pair of boots to the cashier.The cashier refuses to sell the boot at the 50 percent discount.Which of the following is TRUE?

• A)The cashier is in breach of contract.
• B)Mary is not entitled to a 50 percent discount because the sign was not an offer.
• C)The conduct of the store amounts to false advertising and Mary will be entitled to the 50 percent discount.
• D)Mary is entitled to a 50 percent discount because that boots were advertized as being sold at a discount of 50 percent.
• E)The store is in breach of contract.

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