If an Offer Is Made by Mail and an Acceptance

question 110

Multiple Choice

If an offer is made by mail and an acceptance by mail is requested, when does a letter revoking the previous offer actually take effect?

• A) At the time that it is posted
• B) At the time that it is received, if before acceptance
• C) At any time before actual performance of the contract has begun
• D) At any time before a letter of acceptance is received by the offeror
• E) Never. A revocation must be done in person.

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Definitions:

Status Offense

A category of legal offenses that are only considered violations because of the age of the offender, such as truancy or underage drinking.

Illegal Matters

Issues or activities that are forbidden by law and subject to legal penalties if undertaken.

Sexual Promiscuity

A pattern of engaging in sexual activities with multiple partners or frequent, casual sex without lasting commitment.

Status Offense

A category of legal offenses that are only considered crimes if committed by juveniles, such as truancy or underage drinking.