Question

A. Natural Persons - Capacity to Act, Restrictions

Scenario:

Anthony, a 16-year-old student, desires to enter into a contract to purchase a new laptop from a local electronics store. The laptop costs Php 50,000 and Anthony has saved enough money from his part-time job to cover the cost. The store, however, refuses to sell the laptop to Anthony stating that he is not capable of entering into a legally binding contract due to his age.

Question:

Discuss whether Anthony, being a 16-year-old minor, has the capacity to act and enter into a legally binding contract to purchase the laptop. Support your answer with relevant provisions of the Civil Code.