Contracts
In Delaware, a contract signed under duress is:
AVoid from the beginning
BVoidable at the option of the party who signed under duress✓ Correct
CValid if the other party was unaware of the duress
DValid if the consideration is fair
Explanation
A contract signed under duress (threats, coercion) lacks genuine mutual assent and is voidable at the option of the party who was coerced. The innocent party must act promptly to void it.
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