Contracts
Under Massachusetts law, a contract entered into by a minor (under age 18) for the purchase of real estate is:
AVoid and cannot be ratified
BVoidable at the minor's option✓ Correct
CFully enforceable against the minor
DValid only if a parent co-signs
Explanation
Contracts entered into by minors in Massachusetts are voidable at the minor's option. The minor may disaffirm the contract before or within a reasonable time after reaching majority.
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