An acceptance that contains terms different from or additional to those in the offer receives the same treatment under the common law and under the UCC.

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Under common law, an acceptance must mirror the terms of the offer exactly, or it is considered a counteroffer, not an acceptance. However, under the UCC (Uniform Commercial Code), which governs sales of goods, an acceptance can include terms that are additional to or different from those in the offer without necessarily constituting a counteroffer, depending on the circumstances and the parties involved (e.g., whether both parties are merchants).

An Acceptance That Contains Terms Different from or Additional to Those