Which of the following shows the use of the doctrine of promissory (equitable)estoppel?
A) Ralph told Mary that he would give her his old boat. If he doesn't, Mary could use the doctrine to force him to do so.
B) If Nancy accidentally ran her car over her neighbour's bushes, she could use the doctrine as a defence.
C) This doctrine can be used by a plaintiff to enforce a written promise signed and sealed (i.e., a seal has been affixed next to the signature of the promisor).
D) A defendant can use this doctrine as a defence against a plaintiff insisting on his full legal right when he had promised to forgive the defendant some of his obligation.
E) If Ho requests services from Jones and there is no mention of price, if Ho doesn't pay Jones, this doctrine can be used to force Ho to pay a reasonable amount.

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This scenario describes the use of the doctrine of promissory estoppel as a defence against a plaintiff who is insisting on their full legal right even though they had previously promised to forgive part of the defendant's obligation. The defendant is relying on the plaintiff's promise and would suffer unjust harm if the plaintiff was allowed to go back on their promise.

Which of the Following Shows the Use of the Doctrine