Question

Inference about the existence of the contract can be made from the letters, emails, and other correspondence between the parties. Pick the correct options:

• A. The offer specifying the terms and conditions of the contract can be made through email and the unconditional acceptance of the offer can also be communicated through email
• B. Mere absence of a formal, written, and signed agreement would not vitiate the validity of the unconditional acceptance of the offer nor the implementation of the contract
• C. Both a) and b)
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

In modern contract law, a contract can be formed through electronic communication such as emails or letters, provided that all essential elements (offer, acceptance, intention to create legal relations, and consideration) are met. The absence of a formal, signed written agreement does not invalidate an unconditional acceptance or the contract if the parties have clearly agreed to the terms.
- Option a) is correct because offers and acceptances can validly occur through email.
- Option b) is correct because a contract can be binding even without a formal written agreement if there is unconditional acceptance communicated.
- Option c) is correct as both options a) and b) are valid.
Thus, the correct answer is c) Both a) and b).