Practice question
A manufacturer makes a definite offer through its authorized selling agent. A buyer communicates unqualified acceptance to that agent while the offer remains effective. The manufacturer argues that its head office’s later receipt must always postpone acceptance despite Article1322. Which response is correct?
- The special agent rule recognizes acceptance when communicated to the agent
- Only a telegram to the president can ever accept
- The agent’s authorized role is irrelevant
- The buyer must obtain every employee’s signature
- The contract necessarily awaits a court judgment
Legal references
- Civil Code RA386: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra1949/ra_386_1949.html Articles1317,1320–1323.
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