The Owner of a New Building Wanted Four Maple Trees

question 50

Multiple Choice

The owner of a new building wanted four maple trees, 6 metres tall, planted on the north side of the building. Lloyd Landscaper submitted his offer of four 6-metre maples planted for $800. The owner said he would pay $600 for that. Lloyd said, for $600 he would supply four smaller, 5-metre trees. The owner said, "$600 for 5-metre trees plus a Christmas tree for my kids." Lloyd was disgusted and said, "Forget it. I don't need this job." As he was leaving the owner said, "All right, I'll accept your offer of $600 for the 5-metre maples planted." Lloyd kept on walking. Which of the following is true?

• A) There is no contract because Lloyd's last offer had lapsed after a reasonable time.
• B) There is a contract because at one point in the conversation Lloyd was willing to sell and the owner was willing to buy four trees.
• C) There is no contract because Lloyd's last offer was revoked.
• D) There is no contract because Lloyd's last offer had been rejected by a counter-offer.
• E) There is no contract because there is a presumption in law in these circumstances that the parties did not intend to create legal relationship.

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