Asked by Katie Flynn on Jul 27, 2024

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Under the UCC,an acceptance sent by unreasonable means:

A) would be effective on dispatch as long as it is actually received by the offeror.
B) cannot form a contract.
C) would be effective on dispatch if it is received within the time that an acceptance by a reasonable means would normally have arrived.
D) would be effective on receipt only.

Unreasonable Means

Methods or tactics that are considered excessive, unjust, or not in accordance with logic or reason, often used in legal contexts to describe actions that go beyond what is fair or appropriate.

Acceptance

In the context of contract law, when the terms of an offer are accepted, it leads to the formation of a contract that is enforceable by law.

Effective

Producing a decided, decisive, or desired effect or result; in full force.

  • Acquire knowledge on the significance and application of the Mailbox Rule within the context of contract creation.
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Edward Captain-LarryJul 28, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
UCC rejects the traditional rule that such acceptances cannot be effective until received.It provides that an acceptance sent by an unreasonable means would be effective on dispatch if it is received within the time that an acceptance by a reasonable means would normally have arrived.