In Late June 2018, Art Is Audited by the State

question 151

Essay

In late June 2018, Art is audited by the state and a large deficiency is assessed. In November of the same year, his Federal income tax return is audited by the IRS. What has probably happened?

Know the requirements for a valid offer including present intent, definiteness, and communication.

Recognize the impact of offeror's and offeree's actions (including death) on the offer’s validity.

Grasp the significance of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) in modifying traditional contract rules, particularly in terms of offer definiteness and gap-filling rules.

Differentiate between various roles in the contract process, including offerors and offerees.

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Definitions:

Note Receivable

A written promise that a specified amount of money, plus potentially interest, will be paid by one party to another by a specific date.

Maker

In finance, the party that creates or issues a financial instrument, such as a check.

Principal

The original sum of money borrowed in a loan, or the original amount invested, excluding any interest or dividends.

Accounts Receivable

Money owed to a business by its clients for goods or services delivered but for which payment has not yet been received.