Offer vs invitation to treat

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1. 01

   Offer or invitation

   Read the facts and ask: has one party objectively shown a present willingness to be bound on these terms, or are they just inviting others to make an offer?

2. 02

   Shop displays and ads

   Is this a shop display, advertisement, auction, tender, quotation, or online listing? Classify the setting before deciding the legal effect.

3. 03

   Definite commitment wording

   Look for definite language, fixed terms, and commitment language. Does the wording leave room for acceptance to create a contract immediately?

4. 04

   Unilateral reward offer

   If the statement promises a reward or benefit for doing an act, ask whether it is a unilateral offer accepted by performance rather than by promise.

5. 05

   Auction and tender rules

   If the facts involve an auction or tender, identify who is inviting bids and who is making the offer, and note when acceptance occurs.

6. 06

   Why classification matters

   Finish by saying who, if anyone, made the offer, who could accept it, and whether a contract was formed on the facts.

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