Fact Pattern 11-3 (Questions 10-11 apply)
Dex and Carmen are in an auto accident. Dex offers Carmen $2,000 if she promises not to pursue her potential legal claim against Dex. Carmen agrees. Later, Carmen discovers that it will cost $1,500 to repair her car and $4,000 to cover the medical expenses for a latent injury.
-Refer to Fact Pattern 11-3.The agreement between Dex and Carmen is

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The agreement between Dex and Carmen is a release, as Dex offered Carmen a sum of money in exchange for her promise not to pursue her legal claim against him. By accepting the money, Carmen released Dex from any further liability.

Fact Pattern 11-3 (Questions 10-11 Apply)