Cox and Demmitt Attribute the Low Remarriage Rate of the Widowed

question 1

Multiple Choice

Cox and Demmitt attribute the low remarriage rate of the widowed to:

• A) chronic disease.
• B) religious beliefs.
• C) limited choices.
• D) pessimistic attitudes.

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Definitions:

Consideration

A value that is exchanged between parties in a contract, making the agreement legally binding.

Promissory Estoppel

A legal principle that prevents a party from withdrawing a promise made to another party, if the latter has reasonably relied on that promise to their detriment.

Hamer v. Sidway

A landmark case in contract law regarding forbearance as consideration, where a promise not to do something can be as legally binding as a promise to do something.

Unforeseen Circumstances

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