A buyer contracts to buy an automobile from a seller (an individual who is not a car dealer)for $1,000.The buyer fails to accept and pay for this car,so the seller sells it to another party for $1,200.This second sale cost the seller an extra $50 in advertising.The seller sues the buyer for damages for breach of contract.In this situation,which of the following is true?

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The seller made a profit of $200 from the second sale ($1,200 - $1,000) and incurred an additional $50 in advertising costs, resulting in a net gain of $150. The seller cannot claim damages as they have not suffered a loss; instead, they have benefited from the breach.

A Buyer Contracts to Buy an Automobile from a Seller