Contracts
Which of the following would render a real estate contract void (not merely voidable)?
ASeller was under duress when signing
BBuyer was intoxicated when signing
CThe contract requires an illegal act✓ Correct
DOne party was a minor at signing
Explanation
A contract that requires an illegal act or has an illegal purpose is void from inception — it has no legal effect. Contracts involving duress, intoxication, or minority are voidable, not void, since they may be ratified.
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