Marsha Bought a Car from Indy Auto Sales When She

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Marsha bought a car from Indy Auto Sales when she was 16.Marsha's parents had given their consent for Marsha to purchase the car.However,in order to buy the car,Marsha lied about her age.A few months later,Marsha was intoxicated,driving too fast,and caused an accident with Mr.Jones.Marsha's car was totally destroyed,and Mr.Jones' car was badly damaged.Marsha wishes to minimize her liability for this accident.Which of the following best describes this situation?

• A) Marsha can disaffirm the auto sales contract,get back all her money,and disaffirm any damage done to Mr. Jones because she is a minor.
• B) Marsha can disaffirm the auto sales contract and get back all her money,but she is still liable to Mr. Jones for damages.
• C) Because Marsha's parents consented to Marsha buying the car,Marsha cannot disaffirm the contract.
• D) Because Marsha's parents consented to Marsha buying the car,they are liable to both Indy Auto Sales and Mr. Jones.

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