alleryStart learning →Past consideration generally has what legal value under the traditional common law rule?
AFull legal value
BOnly half legal value
CValue only in tort
DNo legal value at all
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. No legal value at all
The promisee's act predates the promise, so under the traditional rule it cannot support a claim for damages.
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