Contracts
In South Carolina, 'unconscionability' in a contract means:
AThe contract was signed without witnesses
BThe contract terms are so unreasonably one-sided or oppressive that enforcement would be unjust✓ Correct
COne party was unconscious when signing
DThe contract lacks a consideration clause
Explanation
An unconscionable contract has terms that are so excessively unfair or one-sided that a court may refuse to enforce them. This doctrine protects parties from contracts that result from extreme bargaining inequality.
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