Peter, the president of Citywide Printing, and Darlene, the president of Darlene’s Printing Supply, were negotiating a contract for printing ink. Peter stated, “I offer you $1,000 for ten cases of printing ink.” Darlene responded, “I accept.” Peter and Darlene then wrote up a contract and they both signed it. The next day Peter delivered a check for $1,000 to Darlene, and Darlene had her crew deliver ten cases of printing ink. Which of the following facts is LEAST relevant to whether a contract was formed?
Explanation
Answer: A - That Peter originally offered $750 for the ten cases of ink, and Darlene rejected it. This question is best answered by process of elimination. Answers B, C, and D all directly relate to offer, acceptance, and the exchange of consideration, and therefore, B, C, and D are relevant. Answer A, by contrast, is less relevant because it relates to an offer made prior to the offer that was accepted.
