Fact Pattern 12-A3

question 59

Multiple Choice

Fact Pattern 12-A3
Cut-Rate Construction Company begins building a restaurant for Diners Restaurants, Inc., but after two months demands an extra $100,000. Diners agrees to pay.
-Refer to Fact Pattern 12-A3. If CCC offers no reason for the extra $100,000, but says only that it will otherwise stop construction, the agreement is

• A) enforceable as an accord and satisfaction.
• B) enforceable because of unforeseen difficulties.
• C) unenforceable as an illusory promise.
• D) unenforceable due to the preexisting duty rule.

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Definitions:

Cytoskeleton

A network of protein fibers within a cell that gives it shape, offers support, and facilitates movement.

Substance P

A neuropeptide involved in the transmission of pain and other functions such as mood and inflammation.

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Brain waves detected by electroencephalography (EEG) that are typically associated with a state of relaxed, awake alertness.

Beta Waves

Brainwave patterns associated with active, alert consciousness and cognitive processes.