Contracts
In Florida, a contract for the sale of real property that lacks adequate consideration is:
AValid but unenforceable
BPotentially void or voidable for lack of a required contract element✓ Correct
CValid as long as the buyer intends to pay
DValid if witnessed by two people
Explanation
Consideration (something of value exchanged) is one of the essential elements of a valid contract. A contract lacking consideration (or with grossly inadequate consideration) may be void or voidable, as it is missing a required contractual element.
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