Contracts
Which of the following would render a Pennsylvania real estate contract void (not merely voidable)?
ALack of consideration✓ Correct
BThe buyer is a minor
CThe contract was signed under duress
DMutual mistake of fact
Explanation
A contract without consideration is void from inception — it never had legal effect. A minor's contract is voidable (the minor can disaffirm it), as is a contract signed under duress. Mutual mistake may make a contract voidable. Lack of consideration makes a contract void.
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