Michael's Shop has a standard from contract that includes an exemption clause. Michael enters into an agreement with Jill. Jill signs the agreement without reading it because she says she trusts Michael. When Michael fails to perform his part of the agreement, Jill tries to sue. The court in considering the effect of the exemption clause, will most likely
A) require that experts provide it with a report on the effect of the clause.
B) apply the clause.
C) refuse to apply the court.
D) strictly construe the clause against Michael.
E) seek the opinion of Jill on how the clause will affect her.

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When one party signs a contract without reading it, they are deemed to have accepted the terms and conditions within the document. Therefore, the court will most likely strictly construe the exemption clause against Michael since Jill did not have a chance to negotiate or vary the terms of the standard form contract.

Michael's Shop Has a Standard from Contract That Includes an Exemption