An Ad in a Newspaper Reads: "AVAILABLE TODAY ONLY

question 112

Multiple Choice

An ad in a newspaper reads: "AVAILABLE TODAY ONLY.FRIENDLY'S APPLIANCES.CLEARANCE SALE FOR ALL FLOOR ITEMS.75% OFF RETAIL PRICES." Joan Ludwig arrived at Friendly's about one hour after it opened and there were no appliances left.​
-​Which of the following is true?

• A)Friendly's has breached a contract and owes damages to Joan.
• B)There is no breach of contract.
• C)Joan has no rights of recovery because the contract was required to be in writing.
• D)There was no contract, but Joan can recover on the basis of quasi contract.
• E)none of the above

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