An offer that is missing only one key element will be accepted as the basis of a contract; the court will clarify the offer.

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For a contract to be valid, it must include all essential elements, including offer, acceptance, consideration, and mutual intent to be bound. If an offer is missing a key element, it cannot form the basis of a contract until that element is clarified and agreed upon by both parties. Courts do not typically create or clarify offers but may interpret or enforce the terms of a clearly defined agreement.

An Offer That Is Missing Only One Key Element Will