What are the elements of an agreement between two parties that will form a contract?

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A contract is an enforceable agreement between competent parties, supported by consideration for a lawful purpose. The elements of a valid contract are: (1) An agreement; an offer and acceptance of the specific original offer; (2) consideration; (3) capacity; and (4) legality of purpose.

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What rights does the tenant have under the terms of the lease?

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When a person deliberately falsifies the amount of tax due by underreporting his or her income, it is called a

a. tax evasion. b. tax lien. c. tax assessment. d. tax fraud.

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Debt that is "backed" by a mortgage, a pledge of collateral, or another lien is called which of the following?

A. Real debt B. Liable debt C. Credited debt D. Secured debt

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