Abby promises to pay Brian $50 if he will mow Abby's lawn. Brian does not promise to mow Abby's lawn; however, later that day, Brian completely and satisfactorily does mow Abby's lawn. This is an example of a unilateral contract.

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This is an example of a unilateral contract because Abby made a promise to pay Brian if he fulfilled a condition (mowing her lawn), but Brian did not make any promise in return. By mowing Abby's lawn, Brian accepted Abby's offer and fulfilled the condition, creating a binding contract where Abby is obligated to pay him $50.

Abby Promises to Pay Brian $50 If He Will Mow