Contracts
Under Utah law, a purchase contract signed by a 17-year-old buyer is:
AVoid from inception
BVoidable by the minor upon reaching adulthood, but can be ratified by the minor after turning 18✓ Correct
CFully binding since the minor agreed to the terms
DValid if a parent co-signs
Explanation
Contracts with minors are voidable by the minor—not void. The minor may disaffirm the contract before reaching majority (18) or within a reasonable time after. Upon reaching adulthood, the minor may ratify the contract, making it binding.
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