Contracts
A South Carolina seller accepts an offer but then receives a higher offer before notifying the first buyer. At this point:
AThe seller may accept the higher offer if the first buyer hasn't been notified
BThe first acceptance creates a binding contract and the seller cannot accept the second offer✓ Correct
CThe seller may have a 24-hour window to choose
DThe highest offer automatically prevails
Explanation
Once a seller accepts an offer and it becomes a binding contract, the seller cannot back out to accept a higher offer. Doing so would be a breach of contract, exposing the seller to legal liability.
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