Oliver offered to purchase Stan's property. The broker presented the offer to Stan, who accepted it. Before the broker could communicate Stan's acceptance to Oliver, Oliver died suddenly. Which of the following would be true?
A. The acceptance made by Stan to the broker binds Oliver's heirs to the purchase
B. The contract is binding since an offer was accepted
C. Although the offer was accepted, the sale cannot proceed because the deed cannot be delivered
D. Oliver's death terminated the offer before the broker could communicate Stan's acceptance, so no contract is formed
Answer: D. Oliver's death terminated the offer before the broker could communicate Stan's acceptance, so no contract is formed
Explanation: The death of the offeror before acceptance has been communicated serves to terminate the offer, so the acceptance does not create a binding contract.
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