Sam placed an announcement in the newspaper as follows: "$200 reward for the return of two lost Siamese kittens." Joe read the ad, found the kittens, and returned them. This is an example of which of the following?
A) Invitation to treat
B) Offer
C) Gratuitous promise
D) Bilateral contract
E) Unilateral contract

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This is an example of a unilateral contract, where Sam promised a reward (consideration) to anyone who performs the task of returning the lost Siamese kittens. Joe, by performing the task, accepted the offer and is entitled to the reward.

Sam Placed an Announcement in the Newspaper as Follows: "$200