Jen promises to pay Kam $500 because "she does not have as much money as other people." Jen's promise is
A)enforceable because society wants people to keep their promises.
B)enforceable because the redistribution of wealth is a valid social goal.
C)not enforceable because Jen could have paid Kam more.
D)not enforceable because Kam has not given consideration in return.

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Jen's promise is not enforceable because for a contract to be valid, there must be consideration from both parties. In this scenario, Kam has not provided anything in return for Jen's promise, making the promise not legally binding.

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