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1. Under the objective theory of contracts, a contract is formed based on:
A) The subjective intent of the parties
B) The outward expressions and conduct of the parties
C) The secret thoughts of the offeror
D) The private understanding between the parties
Answer: B
The objective theory of contracts holds that contract formation is determined by the outward
expressions and conduct of the parties, not their subjective, unexpressed intentions.
2. An offer is defined as:
A) A statement of future intent
B) A manifestation of present contractual intent to enter a bargain
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C) A request for information
D) A preliminary negotiation
Answer: B
An offer is a manifestation of present contractual intent to enter a bargain, communicated to
the offeree, that creates a reasonable expectation of acceptance.
3. Which of the following is NOT an essential element of a valid offer?
A) Communication to the offeree
B) Definite and certain terms
C) An expression of intent to contract
D) A specified price in all cases
Answer: D
While terms must be reasonably certain, a specific price is not required in all cases (e.g., UCC
gap-filler provisions may apply). The other elements are essential to a valid offer.
4. An advertisement in a newspaper is generally considered:
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A) A valid offer
B) An invitation to negotiate (solicitation of offers)
C) A unilateral contract
D) A bilateral contract
Answer: B
Advertisements are generally considered invitations to negotiate (solicitations of offers) rather
than offers because they lack definite intent to contract with anyone who responds.
5. A reward offer for the return of lost property is typically classified as:
A) A bilateral contract
B) An invitation to negotiate
C) A unilateral contract
D) An implied-in-fact contract
Answer: C
A reward offer is a unilateral contract because it requires performance (return of the property)
rather than a promise in exchange. Acceptance occurs by performing the requested act.
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6. Under the "mirror image rule," acceptance must:
A) Mirror the offer exactly
B) Accept the offer with different terms
C) Be communicated in writing
D) Be made by the offeree only
Answer: A
The mirror image rule requires that acceptance must exactly mirror the terms of the offer. Any
variation constitutes a counteroffer and rejects the original offer.
7. A counteroffer has what legal effect?
A) It is a valid acceptance
B) It terminates the original offer
C) It extends the time for acceptance
D) It creates a new offer only
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JD-NEXT EXAM LATEST VERSION WITH
COMPLETE 300 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED SOLUTIONS JUST RELEASED THIS
YEAR
1. Under the objective theory of contracts, a contract is formed based on:
A) The subjective intent of the parties
B) The outward expressions and conduct of the parties
C) The secret thoughts of the offeror
D) The private understanding between the parties
Answer: B
The objective theory of contracts holds that contract formation is determined by the outward
expressions and conduct of the parties, not their subjective, unexpressed intentions.
2. An offer is defined as:
A) A statement of future intent
B) A manifestation of present contractual intent to enter a bargain
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C) A request for information
D) A preliminary negotiation
Answer: B
An offer is a manifestation of present contractual intent to enter a bargain, communicated to
the offeree, that creates a reasonable expectation of acceptance.
3. Which of the following is NOT an essential element of a valid offer?
A) Communication to the offeree
B) Definite and certain terms
C) An expression of intent to contract
D) A specified price in all cases
Answer: D
While terms must be reasonably certain, a specific price is not required in all cases (e.g., UCC
gap-filler provisions may apply). The other elements are essential to a valid offer.
4. An advertisement in a newspaper is generally considered:
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A) A valid offer
B) An invitation to negotiate (solicitation of offers)
C) A unilateral contract
D) A bilateral contract
Answer: B
Advertisements are generally considered invitations to negotiate (solicitations of offers) rather
than offers because they lack definite intent to contract with anyone who responds.
5. A reward offer for the return of lost property is typically classified as:
A) A bilateral contract
B) An invitation to negotiate
C) A unilateral contract
D) An implied-in-fact contract
Answer: C
A reward offer is a unilateral contract because it requires performance (return of the property)
rather than a promise in exchange. Acceptance occurs by performing the requested act.
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6. Under the "mirror image rule," acceptance must:
A) Mirror the offer exactly
B) Accept the offer with different terms
C) Be communicated in writing
D) Be made by the offeree only
Answer: A
The mirror image rule requires that acceptance must exactly mirror the terms of the offer. Any
variation constitutes a counteroffer and rejects the original offer.
7. A counteroffer has what legal effect?
A) It is a valid acceptance
B) It terminates the original offer
C) It extends the time for acceptance
D) It creates a new offer only
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