Anmool Verbally Agreed to Build a Deck for Nikki for $1000

question 61

Multiple Choice

Anmool verbally agreed to build a deck for Nikki for $1000 by the September 15,in time for a lavish backyard barbecue she was planning.On September 13,Nikki became concerned at Anmool's lack of progress.Anmool told Nikki he would complete the deck on time,for an additional $200.Nikki agreed and Anmool completed the deck on time.Which of the following is correct?

• A) Nikki owes Anmool $1000; there is no binding obligation with respect to the additional $200 because Anmool had an existing duty to complete the deck on time.
• B) Nikki owes Anmool $1200, because that is what she agreed to, and such contracts are binding.
• C) Problems of consideration can be raised only in the commercial context, not when the parties involved are both individuals.
• D) Nikki does not owe Anmool anything, because his lack of professionalism vitiated the contract.
• E) No legal obligations arise because the agreement is not in writing.

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Definitions:

Motor Response

The physical reaction or movement in response to a specific stimulus, mediated by the central and peripheral nervous systems.

Motor Neuron

A type of neuron that transmits signals from the central nervous system to muscles or glands, causing them to act.

Effector

An organ or cell that acts in response to a stimulus, often involved in producing a response in the body.

Trochlear

Refers to the fourth cranial nerve or its associated muscle, involved in eye movement.