CAF-4 · Chapter 8 · Question 9 of 12
When a contract consists of 'reciprocal promises' to be simultaneously performed, no promisor need perform his promise unless:
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: B) The promisee is ready and willing to perform his reciprocal promise.
Explanation
Section 51 states that in simultaneous reciprocal promises, the promisor is not bound to perform unless the promisee is ready and willing.
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