Rene Contracts with Scot to Pay Him $5,000 for Repairs

question 25

Multiple Choice

Rene contracts with Scot to pay him $5,000 for repairs to Rene's lake cabin. After Scot performs, Rene tells him that she cannot pay him in full immediately. They sign an agreement in which Rene promises to pay $2,500 now instead of $5,000 later. This is

• A)a mutual agreement to rescind.
• B)an accord and satisfaction.
• C)a novation.
• D)specific performance.

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Definitions:

Surrendering Property

The act of voluntarily giving up rights to property, often in a legal or financial context, such as in bankruptcy.

Writing

A type of documentation that shows contractual intent and satisfies the statute of frauds requirement.

Vacating

the act of leaving a place or position, or legally nullifying a legal judgment or contract.

Terminates

Brings to an end or concludes an agreement, contract, or employment relationship.