Billy Contracts to Build Harry a House for $100,000

question 34

Multiple Choice

Billy contracts to build Harry a house for $100,000. While laying the foundation, Billy unexpectedly discovers that the area is prone to lightning, to avoid which a lightning rod has to be installed. To ensure that Billy does not delay, Harry agrees to pay $50,000 more than originally agreed. In this unforeseen difficulty arising after the contract is made, in which of the following ways can Billy claim the remaining amount?

• A) After the house is constructed, Harry refuses to make the extra payment. The lightning rod costs Billy $100. Harry has no obligation because he only made an illusory promise.
• B) After the house is constructed, Harry refuses to make the extra payment. The lightning rod costs Billy $45,000. The problem may be resolved by an accord and satisfaction.
• C) After the house is constructed, Harry refuses to make the extra payment. After persistent bargaining, Harry gives a check of $100,100 to Billy, which is encashed by him.
• D) After the house is constructed, Harry refuses to make the extra payment. After persistent bargaining, Billy agrees to settle for $90,000 and an old bike from Harry.
• E) After the house is constructed, Harry refuses to make the extra payment. After persistent bargaining, Billy agrees to settle for $90,000, if Harry tutored Billy's son.

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Current Liability

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Reconciled Cash Balance

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