Which of the following promises in consideration of marriage would be outside the statute of frauds?
A) In consideration of Joan's promising to marry him, Dwight promises to pay her an allowance and to give her all of his property upon his death.
B) John and Mary mutually agree that their marriage shall not affect the existing property rights of the other.
C) John and Joan mutually promise to marry each other in a formal ceremony on June 23.
D) Joan promises to release a money judgment against Steven in consideration of his marrying her.

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Mutual promises to marry each other do not fall under the statute of frauds, which requires certain contracts to be in writing.

Which of the Following Promises in Consideration of Marriage Would