Contracts
Under Rhode Island law, a contract signed by a minor (under 18) for the purchase of real estate is:
AVoid and unenforceable
BVoidable at the minor's option✓ Correct
CFully enforceable against the minor
DValid only with parental co-signature
Explanation
A contract entered into by a minor is voidable at the minor's option in Rhode Island. The minor may disaffirm the contract upon reaching the age of majority.
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