Which of the Following Shows the Use of the Doctrine

question 98

Multiple Choice

Which of the following shows the use of the doctrine of promissory (equitable) estoppel?

• A) Ralph told Mary that he would give her his old boat. If he doesn't, Mary could use the doctrine to force him to do so.
• B) If Nancy accidentally ran her car over her neighbour's bushes, she could use the doctrine as a defence.
• C) This doctrine can be used by a plaintiff to enforce a written promise signed and sealed (i.e., a seal has been affixed next to the signature of the promisor).
• D) A defendant can use this doctrine as a defence against a plaintiff insisting on his full legal right when he had promised to forgive the defendant some of his obligation.
• E) If Ho requests services from Jones and there is no mention of price, if Ho doesn't pay Jones, this doctrine can be used to force Ho to pay a reasonable amount.

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