In the common law, generally a contract is formed when the acceptance is:

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In the common law, a contract is formed when the acceptance is dispatched by the offeree, meaning when it is put in the mail or sent through other means of communication. This is known as the "postal rule" or "mailbox rule." Therefore, option C is the correct answer. Option A is not entirely accurate because the mere receipt of the acceptance by the offeror is not enough to establish a contract. Option B is not necessary for contract formation, a return receipt is not required. Option D is not correct because option C is the correct answer.

In the Common Law, Generally a Contract Is Formed When