Acceptance^

Question 1

Mirror Image Rule

Answer 1

the offeree must accept the exact terms proposed by the offeror unconditionally

Question 2

Rules

Answer 2

acceptance must be communicated
silence can’t be an acceptance
the offeror may stipulate the method of acceptance
postal rules

Question 3

The Postal Rule

Answer 3

acceptance is complete immediately after the letter has been posted
even if delayed, destroyed or lost

Question 4

When Is The Postal Rule Applied?

Answer 4

post is the usual method of communication
the letter has been properly addressed and stamped
proof of postage can be provided

Question 5

Acceptance Must Be Communicated

Answer 5

the communication of acceptance must be received by the offeror

Question 6

Thomas V Solicitor

Answer 6

obiter dicta - persuasive not binding
postal rule doesn’t apply for emails
acceptance is not valid until the email has been received or on the next working day depending on their usual method of communication

Question 7

Felthouse V Bindley

Answer 7

silence can’t be an acceptance

Question 8

The Method Of Acceptance

Answer 8

Offeror can stipulate the method
if the offeree doesn’t use this method then acceptance is not effective

Question 9

Holwell Securities V Hughes

Answer 9

offeror may stipulate the method
can exclude the postal rule by stipulating the method of acceptance