The Courts Use the Presence or Absence of A(n)________ to Distinguish

question 11

Multiple Choice

The courts use the presence or absence of a(n) ________ to distinguish between serious promises and those that are not serious.

• A)consideration
• B)contractual capacity
• C)agreement
• D)written communication

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Definitions:

Competence

The quality of being skilled, intelligent, charismatic, and credible.

Physical Contact

encompasses the various ways individuals can touch each other, ranging from affectionate gestures to aggressive actions.

Relational Escalation

Movement of a relationship toward intimacy through five stages: preinteraction awareness, acquaintance, exploration, intensification, and intimacy.

Partners' Perceptions

The way individuals perceive and interpret their partner's actions, intentions, and emotions within a relationship.