Duffy and Elbert agree to hijack a truck carrying a load of pecans. If Duffy later refuses to go through with the crime,Elbert can
A)enforce the agreement.
B)obtain damages from Duffy in the amount of Duffy's probable share of the illegal profits.
C)recover in quasi contract for the loss of his share of the illegal profits.
D)do nothing.

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The agreement to hijack a truck is illegal and unenforceable. Therefore, Elbert cannot enforce the agreement, obtain damages, or recover in quasi-contract for illegal profits. The law does not provide remedies for illegal agreements, so Elbert can do nothing legally.

Duffy and Elbert Agree to Hijack a Truck Carrying a Load