Contracts
In South Dakota, which of the following would make a real estate contract voidable rather than void?
AA contract for an illegal purpose
BA contract signed by a minor who later disaffirms✓ Correct
CA contract missing all consideration
DA contract that violates the Statute of Frauds
Explanation
A contract signed by a minor is voidable — the minor can choose to disaffirm (cancel) the contract upon reaching the age of majority. A void contract has no legal effect from the beginning (such as one with an illegal purpose or lacking consideration).
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