Fact Pattern 13 - 2 Owen, an employee of Plumbing & Pipes LLC, makes a substantial mathematical mistake in totaling the estimated costs for a project for which Quality Construction Inc. is seeking bids. Consequently, Plumbing & Pipes' bid is significantly low.
Refer to Fact Pattern 13-2. The contract with Quality Construction that includes the mistake may be rescinded if the mistake was
A) made inadvertently and without gross negligence.
B) intentional.
C) made with gross negligence.
D) unilateral.

Question

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If the mistake was made inadvertently and without gross negligence, the contract may be rescinded because it was an honest mistake that significantly affects the terms of the agreement.

Fact Pattern 13 - 2 Owen, an Employee of Plumbing