Contracts
A seller who verbally accepts a buyer's written offer but does not sign the acceptance has created:
AA binding contract because the seller agreed
BNo contract — real estate contracts must be in writing and signed to satisfy the Statute of Frauds✓ Correct
CA voidable contract that the buyer can enforce
DA contract enforceable only if the buyer takes possession
Explanation
A verbal acceptance of a written real estate offer does not satisfy the Statute of Frauds. A binding real estate contract requires a written agreement signed by the party to be charged.
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