Contracts
A counteroffer in a real estate transaction legally:
AAccepts the original offer while modifying minor terms
BRejects the original offer and creates a new offer✓ Correct
CCreates a binding contract once delivered to the offeror
DMust be submitted through the seller's attorney
Explanation
A counteroffer legally rejects the original offer and simultaneously creates a new offer with different terms. The original offeror then becomes the offeree and can accept, reject, or counter again.
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