Sam agreed to purchase and Joe agreed to sell a brand new Chrysler 300 that was displayed in the showroom at Joe's Fine Cars. But instead of delivering it to Sam, Joe sold it to another customer who offered him more money. Which of the following is the appropriate remedy in these circumstances?
A) Specific performance
B) Damages
C) Injunction
D) No remedy
E) Rescission

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Damages would be the appropriate remedy in this situation because the subject of the contract (a car) is not unique or rare, and monetary compensation can adequately compensate the buyer for the seller's breach of contract. Specific performance is typically reserved for cases involving unique items or real estate, where damages would not be sufficient.

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