Which of These Ancient Civilizations Survived, Intact, Until the Twentieth

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of these ancient civilizations survived, intact, until the twentieth century?

• A)Egyptian.
• B)Aztec.
• C)Hittite.
• D)Chinese.
• E)Aryan.

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Definitions:

Accord and Satisfaction

A legal contract wherein a dispute is settled by the parties involved agreeing to provide and accept something different than originally owed.

Doctrine of Promissory Estoppel

A legal principle preventing a party from withdrawing a promise made when the other party has reasonably relied on that promise to their detriment.

Preexisting Duty Rule

A legal principle stating that an existing obligation in a contract cannot serve as consideration for a new contract or for modifying the existing contract.

Unforeseen Circumstances

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