Viv entered into a contract with Rodin,an assassin,to kill her ex-husband.She pays him $50,000,but he does not perform the deed.She now wants her money back.Must Rodin return the money?
A)Yes,because the contract is illegal.
B)No,the contract is void because it is illegal.
C)No,the contract is voidable because it is illegal.
D)No,because the contract was not in writing.
E)Yes,if she paid him.

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A)The contract is void,because it is illegal to carry out its terms,and thus neither
party has any obligation.
B)The contract is void,because it is illegal to carry out its terms,and thus neither party has any obligation.
C)The contract is void,because it is illegal to carry out its terms,and thus neither party has any obligation.
D)The contract is void,because it is illegal to carry out its terms,and thus neither party has any obligation.
E)The contract is void,because it is illegal to carry out its terms,and thus neither party has any obligation.

Viv Entered into a Contract with Rodin,an Assassin,to Kill Her