Asked by Jordan Strickland on May 08, 2024
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If Marie, a minor, disaffirms the purchase of her new car that she has recently wrecked, in most jurisdictions she need only return the damaged vehicle to validly disaffirm the contract.
Disaffirms
To legally reject or void a contract or agreement, especially one entered into by minors or under conditions that invalidate consent.
- Recognize the legal ability of minors to disaffirm contracts and understand the conditions under which disaffirmance is valid.
- Differentiate between voidable, void, and unenforceable contracts, especially in regard to minors and individuals lacking capacity.
Verified Answer
SC
Siara ChaudharyMay 15, 2024
Final Answer :
True
Explanation :
In most jurisdictions, a minor can disaffirm a contract and is only required to return the item in its current condition, even if it has been damaged, to fulfill their obligation to disaffirm the contract.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the legal ability of minors to disaffirm contracts and understand the conditions under which disaffirmance is valid.
- Differentiate between voidable, void, and unenforceable contracts, especially in regard to minors and individuals lacking capacity.