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A promise to pay money to a person for doing something he is already legally bound to do is:
ANot valid consideration, as it is without consideration
BVoidable at the promisee's option
CValid only if in writing
DValid consideration
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Not valid consideration, as it is without consideration
Performance of an existing legal duty is no consideration; e.g. a promise to pay a witness who is bound to attend is void for want of consideration.
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