Building Restoration,Inc.(BRI),enters into a contract to refurbish an old train depot for Casual Dining,Inc.,which plans to open Eat Up Restaurant in that location.If BRI completes most of the work promised in the contract,its performance will be
A)absolute.
B)complete.
C)material.
D)substantial.

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Substantial performance means that although there may be minor deviations from the contract, the party has essentially fulfilled its obligations. In this case, BRI completing most of the work promised in the contract would constitute substantial performance, as long as any minor deviations are not material to the overall performance of the contract.