The doctrine of privity of contract generally means that:
Correct answer: A. Only a party may enforce contractual rights
- A. Only a party may enforce contractual rights
- B. Every stranger may enforce a contract
- C. A contract needs no consideration
- D. A tort claim replaces every contract claim
Explanation
Privity generally means that contractual rights and obligations operate between the parties to the contract, so a stranger normally cannot sue to enforce it. Specific statutory or recognized common-law exceptions may apply.
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