Collector Carl displays his beer can collection at the local swap meet. Mary sees the collection and is interested in buying it. Carl says he will sell the collection for $1,500. Mary says she really likes the collection but is only willing to pay $1,000. Which of the following is correct?

A. Mary's counteroffer terminates Carl's offer of $1,500.
B. If Carl rejects Mary's counteroffer, she can still accept Carl's offer of $1,500.
C. Neither offer is valid. Who would ever pay $1,000 or $1,500 for a beer can collection?
D. Mary's offer is an option contract and she cannot revoke the offer.


Answer: A

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