Maya tries to start her new car with no success. She yells that she will sell the car to anyone for $10. Nero, a passerby who owns Nero's Motors, hands Maya $10. This is
A) a valid acceptance because Maya is seriously frustrated.
B) a valid acceptance because Nero is a professional dealer.
C) not a valid acceptance because Maya does not seriously intend to sell.
D) not a valid acceptance because Nero is only passing by.

Question

Maya tries to start her new car with no success. She yells that she will sell the car to anyone for $10. Nero, a passerby who owns Nero's Motors, hands Maya $10. This is
A) ​a valid acceptance because Maya is seriously frustrated.
B) ​a valid acceptance because Nero is a professional dealer.
C) ​not a valid acceptance because Maya does not seriously intend to sell.
D) ​not a valid acceptance because Nero is only passing by.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Maya's statement is not a serious offer to sell the car, but rather an expression of frustration. Therefore, it does not constitute a valid acceptance. Additionally, Nero's profession or passing by has no bearing on the situation.

Maya Tries to Start Her New Car with No Success