Contracts
In West Virginia, if a seller accepts a buyer's offer and then receives a better offer, the seller:
AMay accept the better offer since no money has exchanged hands
BMay not accept the second offer because a binding contract already exists
CMay accept the second offer if the first buyer agrees to release the seller
DBoth B and C✓ Correct
Explanation
Once a contract is formed (offer accepted and communicated), the seller cannot accept another offer. The seller can only be released with the buyer's agreement. The buyer could sue for specific performance or damages if the seller breaches.
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