Multiple choice

Two statements are given in this question. One is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). Examine these statements and select the correct combination of the codes.

Assertion (A) : partial acceptance is not acceptance. Reason (R) : Acceptance must be absolute and unconditional.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are correct.

  2. Both (A) and (R) are wrong.

  3. (A) is correct, but (R) is wrong.

  4. (A) is false, but (R) is correct.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Under contract law, partial acceptance is legally a counter-offer, not acceptance. Acceptance must be absolute and unqualified - mirror the offer exactly. Both assertion and reason correctly state this principle.

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