CIMA BA4 · Chapter 10 · Question 8 of 10
Under English law, which statement about the capacity of a minor (a person under 18) to contract is correct?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: A) A minor is bound to pay a reasonable price for necessaries actually supplied
Explanation
Contracts for necessaries, meaning goods and services suitable to the minor's condition in life and actual requirements, are binding, and the minor must pay a reasonable price. Beneficial contracts of service are also binding. Many other contracts are not enforceable against the minor.
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