Jimmy made a contract to sell his townhouse to Thomas for $180,000. Two days later Jimmy changed his mind after discovering that he could have sold the property to another buyer for an additional $30,000. Thomas sues and asks the court to have the property conveyed to him at the price of $180,000. Thomas is seeking:
A) restitution.
B) punitive damages.
C) specific performance.
D) valid tender.

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Thomas is seeking specific performance, which is a legal remedy in contracts where the court orders the contract to be performed as agreed, rather than awarding money damages. In this case, Thomas wants the court to enforce the sale of the townhouse at the agreed price of $180,000.

Jimmy Made a Contract to Sell His Townhouse to Thomas