What Is the Modern-Day Rationale for Enforcing a Gratuitous Promise

question 26

Multiple Choice

What is the modern-day rationale for enforcing a gratuitous promise if the promisor has placed a seal beside his or her signature?

• A) The presence of the seal protects against forgery.
• B) The application of the seal suggests serious intent to be legally bound.
• C) The presence of the seal suggests a "firm offer" is being made.
• D) The seal serves to verify the identity of the parties.

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