Jenilee promises to pay Kyle $500 because "he does not have as much money as other people." Jenilee's promise is
A)enforceable because society wants people to keep their promises.
B)enforceable because the redistribution of wealth is a valid social goal.
C)not enforceable because Jenilee could have paid Kyle more.
D)not enforceable because Kyle has not given consideration in return.

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For a promise to be enforceable, there must be consideration given by both parties. In this scenario, Jenilee promises to pay Kyle $500 without Kyle giving any consideration in return. Therefore, her promise is not enforceable. Choices A and B are incorrect because even though society may value keeping promises or redistributing wealth, those factors do not make the promise enforceable in this case. Choice C is also incorrect because the amount Kyle could have been paid does not affect the enforceability of Jenilee's promise.

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