A court has held that a certain contract violates public policy.This contract will be treated the same as a(n) :

A) illegal contract.
B) contract between a minor and an adult.
C) private contract.
D) adhesive contract.

Public Policy

Principles and standards accepted by the majority of citizens and used by legislators, judges, and public officials to guide their actions and decisions.

Illegal Contract

An agreement between parties that is prohibited by law or public policy, rendering it unenforceable.