Which of the following is correct with respect to the operation of the postbox rule?
A) If the postbox rule applies, the acceptance is effective at the point of mailing.
B) For the postbox rule to apply, the offer must be made by mail.
C) For the postbox rule to apply, the offeror must make that clear when the offer is made.
D) If the postbox rule applies, an acceptance must be communicated and heard by the offeree before it is effective.
E) If the postbox rule applies, the only way for an acceptance to be effective is to send it by mail.

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The postbox rule states that if the offer is accepted by mail, telegram, or other means of communication, then the acceptance is effective at the point of mailing. This means that the acceptance becomes valid even if the offeror is unaware of it until a later date.

Which of the Following Is Correct with Respect to the Operation