An ad on the NewsNow Web site asks viewers to "send us your story and we might share it with the world." Ollie submits a manuscript, adding, "I accept your offer." Between NewsNow and Ollie, there is
A) a contract for the publication of Ollie's story.
B) a contract to consider Ollie's story before any others.
C) a contract to negotiate for the publication of Ollie's story.
D) no contract.

Question

An ad on the NewsNow Web site asks viewers to "send us your story and we might share it with the world." Ollie submits a manuscript, adding, "I accept your offer." Between NewsNow and Ollie, there is
A) ​a contract for the publication of Ollie's story.
B) ​a contract to consider Ollie's story before any others.
C) ​a contract to negotiate for the publication of Ollie's story.
D) ​no contract.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

There is no indication of any specific terms or agreement beyond the invitation to submit a story, and Ollie's statement of acceptance does not establish any binding agreement. Therefore, there is no contract between NewsNow and Ollie.

An Ad on the NewsNow Web Site Asks Viewers to "Send