Dot, a real estate agent, tells Ed, a home seller, that her commission is 12 percent. Ed agrees that Dot can sell his house but refuses to sign a contract unless the amount of the commission is reduced. After the house is sold, Ed refuses to pay 12 percent. Dot is most likely to recover

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A quasi contract is an obligation imposed by law to prevent unjust enrichment. In this case, Ed received the benefit of Dot's services in selling his house, and he is obligated to pay her a reasonable commission, even though he did not sign a contract.

Dot, a Real Estate Agent, Tells Ed, a Home Seller