In a state that had adopted the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act, Kiera and Ben entered into a contract whereby Ben would clean Kiera's house once a week for eighteen months for $75 per week. The transaction was done electronically, and both Kiera and Ben signed through the use of an electronic signature. Unfortunately, problems resulted when Ben failed to show up as scheduled. Ben told Kiera
that the contract was not good because his signature was made electronically. Kiera told him that he was wrong and that he needs to get up to date with the modern age. Which of the following is correct regarding the dispute?
a. Ben is correct because electronic signatures are not recognized as valid under any circumstances.
b. Ben is correct only if Kiera's name was typed as opposed to being shown in handwriting-style (cursive) form.
c. Kiera is correct that the signature is sufficient only if she can show that she and Ben had previously engaged in electronic transactions.
d. Kiera is correct that her electronic signature is sufficient.
d
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