Mary, an illegal immigrant, orally agrees to pay Michael $10,000 for him to marry her so that she can stay in the country. If Michael sues to enforce the promise, which of the following will be TRUE?
A)Michael will not be able to enforce the agreement unless he can show that he has performed his side of the bargain
B)The agreement is unenforceable
C)The agreement is fully enforceable
D)The agreement will only be enforceable if Michael can use independent witnesses to prove the existence of the contract.
E)As the agreement was made orally it is not enforceable.

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The agreement is unenforceable because it involves illegal activity, as marrying solely for immigration purposes is against the law.

Mary, an Illegal Immigrant, Orally Agrees to Pay Michael $10,000