Mel is 17 years old but looks older than 18. He makes a contract to buy a car from Maisie, who is the age of majority. When Maisie finds out Mel's age, she may avoid the contract even if Mel did not misrepresent his age.

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In most jurisdictions, the contract is voidable at the option of the minor (Mel), not the adult (Maisie), unless there was fraud or misrepresentation by the minor.

Mel Is 17 Years Old but Looks Older Than 18