Pico, a famous chef, agrees to give ten culinary lessons to Rhoda in exchange for $1,200. Pico's attempt to transfer his contract duties to Sven, an unknown sous-chef, will probably be
A) permitted because contracts may be freely delegated.
B) permitted because the contract is concerned with cookery.
C) prohibited because contracts may not be freely delegated.
D) prohibited if Pico and Sven have different skill levels.

Question

​Pico, a famous chef, agrees to give ten culinary lessons to Rhoda in exchange for $1,200. Pico's attempt to transfer his contract duties to Sven, an unknown sous-chef, will probably be
A) ​permitted because contracts may be freely delegated.
B) ​permitted because the contract is concerned with cookery.
C) ​prohibited because contracts may not be freely delegated.
D) ​prohibited if Pico and Sven have different skill levels.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The delegation of duties in a contract is generally prohibited if the performance depends on the personal skills or expertise of the original party, and the substitute does not possess the same level of skill or reputation.

​Pico, a Famous Chef, Agrees to Give Ten Culinary Lessons

Pico, a Famous Chef, Agrees to Give Ten Culinary Lessons