Alexandra and Tomas enter into a contract in which Tomas agrees to install a new door for Alexandra and to install a new silver doorknob. Tomas installs the door, but silver doorknobs are out of stock so he finds a chrome knob that he believes looks silver and he installs it. Which of the following describes Tomas' performance of his duties?
A) Complete performance
B) Substantial performance
C) Significant performance
D) Absolute performance
E) Approved performance

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Tomas has substantially performed his duties under the contract by installing the door and a doorknob that closely resembles what was agreed upon, even though the doorknob was not exactly as specified (silver). This is considered substantial performance because the main purpose of the contract was fulfilled, with only a minor deviation from the agreed terms.

Alexandra and Tomas Enter into a Contract in Which Tomas