Jen promises to pay Kay $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 Kyle more.
D) not enforceable because Kay has not given consideration in return.

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Jen's promise is not enforceable because Kay has not given consideration in return. Jen's reason for promising to pay Kay is not a valid consideration, as it is a mere subjective opinion and not a true benefit received by Jen from Kay. Thus, the promise lacks the required element of consideration and cannot be enforced.

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