Which of the Following Was the Result in the Case

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was the result in the case in the text Hamer v. Sidway, in which, after performance by his nephew, an uncle reneged on a promise to the nephew to pay him $5,000 if the nephew refrained from drinking liquor, using tobacco, swearing, and playing cards or billiards for money until he was 21 years of age?

• A) That because refraining from the conduct at issue benefited his character and health, the nephew could not recover.
• B) That no consideration was involved, and the nephew could not recover because the consideration from him did not consist of money or goods.
• C) That no consideration was involved, and the nephew could not recover because the proof established that the nephew had no interest in engaging in the items at issue, and avoiding them was no detriment to him.
• D) That the nephew could recover because he supplied consideration.
• E) That the nephew could recover, but only under promissory estoppel could he recover an amount compensating him for his reliance on the promise.

Understand the concepts of atomic and hybrid orbitals in the context of molecular bonding.

Identify the IUPAC names for various organic compounds.

Recognize common names for specific organic compounds.

Describe the toxicity of certain alcohols and their practical applications.

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Definitions:

Reinforcement Deprivation

A condition where the absence of reinforcing stimuli leads to a decrease in the occurrence of a particular behavior.

Reinforcer

Any stimulus that strengthens or increases the probability of a specific response or behavior by providing a consequence an individual finds rewarding.

Desired Behavior

This refers to the specific actions or reactions that an individual or organization aims to elicit from another party.

Primary Reinforcers

Innate reinforcing qualities such as food, drink, and pleasure, which do not require learning to become effective in shaping behavior.