Lilan Entered into a Construction Contract with William to Build

question 69

Multiple Choice

Lilan entered into a construction contract with William to build her new home in Moncton.Subsequently,her architect approved an alteration to the original plan,allowing for two additional windows.William agreed to the change.In order for the change to be contractually enforceable,which of the following did Lilan's lawyer most likely advise that she must do?

• A) Lilan must provide fresh consideration to William to validate the contract.
• B) Nothing further is required because parties are free to vary their contracts.
• C) Lilan must ensure both she and William sign the varied contract under seal.
• D) Nothing; the variation to the contract is lawful without fresh consideration.

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Definitions:

Forgery

The act of falsely making or altering a writing with the intent to defraud, such as signing another person’s name to a check without authorization.

Fraudulently

Acting with intentional deception to secure unfair or unlawful gain, or to deprive a victim of a legal right.

Marginal Cost

The supplementary expense resulted from manufacturing one extra unit of a good or service.

Variable Cost

A cost that varies with the level of output or production, such as materials and labor costs.