Contracts
In Hawaii, an offer becomes a binding contract when:
AThe buyer signs the offer
BThe seller accepts and communicates acceptance to the buyer✓ Correct
CEarnest money is deposited
DThe escrow is opened
Explanation
A contract is formed when the offeree (seller) accepts the offer and communicates that acceptance back to the offeror (buyer). Mere acceptance alone is not sufficient without communication.
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