On November 1, Paula and Roberta Enter into a Contract

question 38

Multiple Choice

On November 1, Paula and Roberta enter into a contract where both parties are obligated to perform on December 31.On December 1, Paula tells Roberta, "I can, in no way, perform my duties in our contract." This statement is:

• A) anticipatory repudiation.
• B) an accord.
• C) a material alteration.
• D) a nonmaterial breach since the statement is made before December 31.

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Definitions:

Probable Cause

A reasonable basis for believing that a crime may have been committed, essential for warrant issuance.

Double Jeopardy

A situation occurring when a person is tried twice for the same criminal offense; prohibited by the Fifth Amendment to the Constitution.

Reasonable Doubt

A standard of proof in criminal cases, requiring jurors to be fully convinced of the defendant's guilt, beyond a level where logical and reasonable doubts about guilt exist.

Immunity

Legal protection or exemption from prosecution or being sued, often granted in specific circumstances or to certain individuals.