Question 1

Generally,acceptance of an offer to lease goods may be made in any reasonable manner and by any reasonable means.

Accepted Answer

Acceptance of an offer to lease goods can be made in any reasonable manner and by any reasonable means. This means that the acceptance can be communicated via email, phone, or even in person, as long as it is a reasonable method of communication.

Question 2

Article 2 of the UCC covers any transaction that creates a lease of goods.

Accepted Answer

Article 2 of the UCC covers the sale of goods, while Article 2A specifically addresses leases of goods.

Question 3

Real estate transactions are always governed by Article 2 of the UCC.

Accepted Answer

Real estate transactions are typically not governed by Article 2 of the UCC, as this article deals primarily with the sale of goods. Real estate transactions are typically governed by state-specific laws and regulations, such as property and contract law.

Question 4

If a nonmerchant-seller's offer expressly conditions acceptance on a nonmerchant-buyer's agreement to the terms of the offer,the buyer's positive response is an acceptance even if it contains additional terms.

Accepted Answer

According to the UCC 2-207, a nonmerchant-buyer's response with additional terms is considered as an acceptance unless the offeror objects to the new terms within a reasonable time. The additional terms become part of the contract unless they materially alter the offer or are objected to by the offeror. However, this rule applies only to nonmerchant buyers. If both parties are merchants, the additional terms become a part of the contract only if they do not materially alter the offer and the offeror does not object to them.

Question 5

A contract for the sale of minerals is considered to be a contract for the sale of goods if the severance is to be made by the seller.

Accepted Answer

According to the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), a contract for the sale of minerals is considered to be a contract for the sale of goods if the severance is to be made by the seller, and therefore subject to the provisions and requirements of Article 2 of the UCC.

Question 6

Under the UCC,if a contract is unilateral,the offeror must be notified of the of-feree's performance.

Accepted Answer

Under the UCC, if a contract is unilateral and requires performance by the offeree, the offeror must be notified of the offeree's performance to complete the contract. This notification is essential to ensure that the offeror is aware of the offeree's completion of the obligation and is ready to fulfill their own obligations under the contract. Failure to provide such notice may result in the offeror's inability to enforce the contract.

Question 7

Under the UCC,an agreement modifying a contract needs no considera-tion to be binding.

Accepted Answer

Under the UCC, an agreement modifying a contract needs no consideration to be binding as long as it is made in good faith. This is known as the "firm offer" rule, where a party is allowed to modify a contract without new consideration within a reasonable time frame if the modification benefits both parties in some way.

Question 8

For an item to be characterized as a "good" under the UCC,it must be intangible.

Accepted Answer

A "good" under the UCC refers to tangible personal property, such as a physical object or product, rather than an intangible asset.

Question 9

Identification,risk of loss,and insurable interest are all concepts that are involved in determining the rights and liabilities of parties to a contract.

Accepted Answer

These concepts are all important factors in insurance contracts and their determination can impact the rights and responsibilities of those involved.

Question 10

The UCC requires that the mirror image rule be followed for all acceptances.

Accepted Answer

The UCC does not require the mirror image rule to be followed for all acceptances. Instead, it provides for certain exceptions and modifications to the rule.

Question 11

The UCC imposes some different rules on merchants.

Accepted Answer

The UCC has specific rules and regulations that apply to merchants, such as warranties and the obligation to act in good faith.

Question 12

A merchant is a person who deals in goods of the kind involved in the sales contract or who holds herself or himself out as having skill or knowledge peculiar to the practices or goods being purchased or sold.

Accepted Answer

This definition is provided by the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) section 2-104.

Question 13

Under the UCC,prompt shipment of goods is considered an acceptance of an offer to buy the goods.

Accepted Answer

According to UCC Section 2-206, prompt shipment or delivery of goods that are non-conforming to an offer is generally regarded as an acceptance of the offer, except if the seller expressly declares that it is an accommodation shipment or if the shipment is agreed to require buyer's approval.

Question 14

A firm offer by a merchant may be oral.

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

All oral contracts are enforceable under the UCC.

Accepted Answer

While the UCC does recognize and enforce oral contracts, there are certain types of contracts that must be in writing to be enforceable, such as those for the sale of goods over a certain amount (in most states, $500 or more).

Question 16

A court can refuse to enforce a contract that the court deems to have been unconscionable at the time it was made.

Accepted Answer

This is a valid legal principle known as the doctrine of unconscionability. An unconscionable contract is one that is so one-sided and unfair that it shocks the conscience. Courts may refuse to enforce such a contract or may strike down certain parts of it to prevent unfairness or oppression.

Question 17

A course of performance is the conduct that occurs under the terms of a particular agreement.

Accepted Answer

A course of performance refers to the actual conduct of the parties over the course of their performance under a particular agreement. It can be used as evidence of the parties' intent and understanding of the terms of the agreement.

Question 18

If there is no definite period stated,a firm offer by a merchant is irrevocable without the necessity of consideration for up to six months.

Accepted Answer

A firm offer by a merchant is irrevocable without the necessity of consideration for up to three months, not six months, under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) Section 2-205.

Question 19

In most situations involving sales,rights and liabilities are determined by who has the title to the goods.

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

Under the UCC,parties to sales and lease contracts are not free to establish whatever terms they wish.

Accepted Answer

The UCC allows parties to sales and lease contracts to establish their own terms, as long as they do not violate mandatory provisions of the UCC or other applicable laws.

Quiz 14: The Formation of Sales and Lease Contracts