Paralegal Advanced Competency Exam (PACE) Practice Exam

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What does a valid contract require?

Only an offer from one party
Acceptance, consideration, and an offer
Mutual trust between parties
Written documentation on a legal form

The correct answer is: Acceptance, consideration, and an offer

A valid contract is formed when there is an offer, acceptance, and consideration. The offer is a proposal made by one party intending to create a legal obligation upon acceptance by the other party. Acceptance is the unequivocal agreement to the terms of the offer, which indicates mutual assent to the agreement. Consideration refers to something of value that is exchanged between the parties, which can be money, services, or promises. This essential structure underpins the legal enforceability of the contract, as all three components must be present for a contract to be valid. Mutual trust, while important in many personal and business relationships, does not constitute a legally binding component of a contract. The requirement for written documentation varies depending on the type of contract and the jurisdiction, as some contracts, like those involving real estate, must be in writing to be enforceable. However, not all valid contracts must be written; oral contracts can also be valid under certain circumstances if they meet the essential elements of a contract.