Under the Doctrine of Promissory Estoppel, a Contract May Be

question 92

Multiple Choice

Under the doctrine of promissory estoppel, a contract may be enforced even though it is not supported by

• A) consideration.
• B) an agreement.
• C) an acceptance.
• D) a writing.

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Definitions:

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