Multiple choice

In case of acceptance by post, at what point the acceptance is complete as against the proposer?

  1. When the letter of acceptance is put in the course of transmission so as to be out of power of the acceptor

  2. When the letter of acceptance has been written

  3. When the letter of acceptance has been received

  4. When the letter of acceptance has been read by the proposer
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Explanation

Under the postal rule in contract law, acceptance is complete when the letter of acceptance is put in the course of transmission, i.e., when it is posted and beyond the acceptor's control. This rule applies specifically to acceptance by post as against the proposer, making the contract binding at that moment.

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