How does the position of the UCC compare with the common law in regard to the perfect tender rule?
A) The UCC and common law differ with the UCC requiring perfect tender and common law requiring the lesser standard of substantial performance.
B) The UCC and common law differ with the UCC requiring perfect tender and common law requiring the lesser standard of material performance.
C) The UCC and common law differ with the UCC requiring the lesser standard of material performance and common law requiring perfect tender.
D) The UCC and common law differ with the UCC requiring the lesser standard of substantial performance and common law requiring perfect tender.
E) They are the same.

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The UCC requires perfect tender in the sale of goods, meaning goods delivered must exactly meet the terms of the contract. Common law, applied in service and real estate contracts, allows for substantial performance, which is a slightly lesser standard where minor deviations from the contract terms may be acceptable if the essential purpose of the contract is met.

How Does the Position of the UCC Compare with the Common