Contracts
Under Mississippi contract law, a contract for the sale of real estate entered into by a minor is:
AVoid from the beginning
BVoidable at the minor's option upon reaching majority✓ Correct
CFully enforceable if the minor's parent co-signs
DValid and binding on both parties
Explanation
Contracts entered into by minors (those under 21 in Mississippi for some purposes, or 18 for others) are voidable, not void. The minor may disaffirm (void) the contract upon reaching legal age, or ratify it.
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