Asked by Abigail Rodefer on Jun 27, 2024
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Physicians Clinic orders by phone seven cases of disposable nitrile gloves from Quality Medical Supplies, Inc. After three cases are delivered and accepted, the clinic repudiates the contract. Quality Medical can enforce the contract to
A) any extent because the order was placed orally.
B) no extent because the order was placed orally.
C) the extent of the three accepted boxes.
D) the extent of the four undelivered boxes.
Oral Order
A verbal command or instruction to perform a task or service, which can be legally binding in certain contexts.
Disposable Nitrile Gloves
Single-use gloves made from synthetic rubber used for hand protection, often in medical and industrial settings.
Enforceable Contract
A valid contract that is legally binding and can be upheld and enforced in court if necessary.
- Appreciate the contribution of orally agreed terms and the conditions under which they are executed.
- Recognize the importance of performance as a factor in the enforceability of certain agreements.
Verified Answer
DH
Dash Heart DunkleJun 28, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The clinic's acceptance of three cases constitutes partial performance, which under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), allows Quality Medical to enforce the contract to the extent of the goods accepted.
Learning Objectives
- Appreciate the contribution of orally agreed terms and the conditions under which they are executed.
- Recognize the importance of performance as a factor in the enforceability of certain agreements.