Which of the following promises does not have to be evidenced by writing in order to be enforceable?
A) Jerry's agreement with Monique to buy her condominium for $200,000
B) Stewart's promise to work for Austin for a two-year period
C) Christopher's promise to Midwest Credit Union that he will make payments on his son's truck if his son does not pay
D) Mindy's agreement with Chelsea to buy her bike for $400

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Under the Statute of Frauds, certain types of contracts must be in writing to be enforceable. These typically include contracts for the sale of real estate (A), contracts that cannot be performed within one year (B), and promises to pay someone else's debt (C). The sale of personal property under a certain value (often $500 or more, but this can vary by jurisdiction) does not need to be in writing to be enforceable, which means Mindy's agreement to buy a bike for $400 does not need to be evidenced by writing to be enforceable.

Which of the Following Promises Does Not Have to Be