Courts Sometimes Apply the Doctrine of Promissory Estoppel to Enforce

question 23

Multiple Choice

Courts sometimes apply the doctrine of promissory estoppel to enforce a promise. This doctrine

• A) is grossly unfair.
• B) requires consideration to be applicable.
• C) sometimes allows enforcement of a promise even when an offeree gives no consideration for an offeror's promise.
• D) is a popular legal remedy.

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