Which of the following contracts is generally held to be unenforceable?
A)A divisible agreement that is partly lawful and partly unlawful.
B)Allison enters an illegal agreement but, before performance, withdraws from the transaction.
C)An exculpatory clause on the back of a parking lot claim check, attempting to relieve the parking lot operator for negligence.
D)Merle enters a contract and is ignorant of minor legislation that makes the contract illegal.

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An exculpatory clause is a contract provision that attempts to relieve one party from liability in the event of injury or damage. However, courts generally view such clauses as a violation of public policy and unenforceable. Therefore, an exculpatory clause on the back of a parking lot claim check attempting to relieve the parking lot operator for negligence is generally held to be unenforceable.

Which of the Following Contracts Is Generally Held to Be