If an Offer Requires That Acceptance Be Communicated by a Specific

question 46

Multiple Choice

If an offer requires that acceptance be communicated by a specific date and the acceptance is properly dispatched by the offeree on the final date,

• A) no contract is formed, since the offeror will undoubtedly receive the dispatched acceptance after the deadline for acceptance.
• B) a contract is formed, but the contract is voidable at the election of the offeror.
• C) the acceptance is timely and a contract is formed, even though the offeror actually receives the acceptance well after the specified date has passed.
• D) the acceptance is timely and a contract is formed, but only if the offeror actually receives the acceptance by the deadline specified for acceptance.

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Definitions:

Reinforcer

A stimulus or event that increases the likelihood of the repetition of the behavior that preceded it.

Follow Up

The action of keeping in touch or checking in after an initial meeting, conversation, or task to ensure completion or to continue communication.

Punishment

The imposition of a penalty or sanction on someone as a result of their wrong behavior or misconduct.

Ethics Competency

Refers to the ability to understand, evaluate, and apply ethical principles and standards to decision-making in the workplace.