Contracts
In Hawaii, the difference between a 'void' and 'voidable' contract is that a void contract:
AA. Can be enforced by either party with enough notice
BB. Has no legal effect from the start and cannot be ratified✓ Correct
CC. Can be made valid by subsequent performance
DD. Requires court action to be declared unenforceable
Explanation
A void contract has no legal effect whatsoever and cannot be ratified or enforced—it is as if it never existed. A voidable contract is valid but can be rescinded by one party.
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