What Refers to the Cause, or Reason Why the Act

question 91

Multiple Choice

What refers to the cause, or reason why the act was committed?

• A) knowledge
• B) motive
• C) intent
• D) purpose

Examine contracts within the context of real-life scenarios and legal doctrines like promissory estoppel to assess enforceability and obligations.

Explore the role and definitions provided by authoritative legal texts such as The Restatement, Second, of Contracts.

Understand the effective moments of acceptance and rejection in contract formation.

Recognize the formation of contracts based on mutual understanding of the offer.

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Definitions:

Checks Written

The act of creating checks as payments for expenses, purchases, or obligations by a business or individual.

Bank Reconciliation

The process of matching and comparing figures from banking statements with those in a company’s financial records to ensure accuracy.

Outstanding Checks

Outstanding checks refer to checks that have been written and recorded in the issuing entity's financial records but have not yet been cashed or cleared by the bank.

Notes Receivable

Notes receivable are written promises for amounts to be received by a business, typically indicating interest terms, due dates, and other conditions under which the funds are to be repaid.