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ACCA · Question 28 · Syllabus B: The law of obligations
Under the postal rule of acceptance, when does an acceptance sent by post become legally effective?
Under the postal rule of acceptance, when does an acceptance sent by post become legally effective?
Answer options:
A.
When the letter is written.
B.
When the letter is posted (placed in the control of the Post Office).
C.
When the letter is delivered to the offeror's address.
D.
When the letter is read by the offeror.
How to approach this question
Recall the specific exception to the general rule of communication of acceptance.
Full Answer
B.When the letter is posted (placed in the control of the Post Office).✓ Correct
The general rule is that acceptance must be communicated. However, the postal rule is an exception: if post is a reasonable method of communication, acceptance takes effect as soon as the letter is validly posted, even if it is delayed or lost in the mail.
Common mistakes
Applying the general rule of receipt to postal acceptances.
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