Which of the Following Statements Is True About Minors as Parties

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about minors as parties to a contract?

• A) A contract into which a minor has entered is voidable at the election of the minor.
• B) A minor can be legally bound to contractual promises involving necessaries of life such as shelter and medical care.
• C) In a number of states, courts do not hold a minor who has misrepresented his or her age.
• D) A minor can explicitly ratify a contract and forego disaffirmance even before reaching the age of majority.
• E) Upon ratification, a minor gains the right to disaffirm.

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