Contracts
Which of the following is an example of 'mutual assent' (meeting of the minds)?
AOne party signing the contract before the other
BAn unambiguous offer and unconditional acceptance of the same terms✓ Correct
CBoth parties agreeing to use the same attorney
DBoth parties attending the closing
Explanation
Mutual assent requires an unambiguous offer by one party and an unconditional acceptance of exactly those terms by the other party. Any modification creates a counteroffer, not acceptance.
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