Answer one of the Essay Questions located at the end of chapters 11-13 in Introduction to Business Law. Answer one question for each chapter. Each fully developed response (250-400 words) should include the following:
1. A clear introduction and conclusion
2. A thorough statement of the problem
3. A thorough explanation of the solution to the problem
Identify the chapter and question number you are answering.
APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment
Rubric
Essay Questions – Chapters 11-13
1
Unsatisfactory
0.00% 2
Less than Satisfactory
65.00% 3
Satisfactory
75.00% 4
Good
85.00% 5
Excellent
100.00%
70.0 %Content
10.0 %Introduction and Conclusion An introduction and conclusion are not present. An introduction and conclusion are present, but connections are not made to course objectives. An introduction and conclusion are present, and cursory connections are made to course objectives. An introduction and conclusion are present. Relevant connections are made to course objectives in a thoughtful manner. An introduction and conclusion are present. Relevant connections are made to course objectives in a thoughtful and insightful manner. Critical and creative thinking is indicated.
30.0 %Statement of the Problem Statements of the problem in each essay question are not present. Statements of the problem in each essay question are presented but incomplete or inaccurate. Statements of the problem in each essay question are adequately presented. Statements of the problem in each essay question are thoroughly presented. Statements of the problem in each essay question are presented in a thoughtful and insightful manner. Critical and creative thinking is indicated
30.0 %Solution to the Problem Explanations of the solution of the essay questions are not present. Explanations of the solution of the essay questions are presented but incomplete or inaccurate. Explanations of the solution of all essay questions are adequately presented. Explanations of the solution of all essay questions are thoroughly presented. Explanations of the solution of all essay questions are presented in a thoughtful and insightful manner. Critical and creative thinking is indicated.
20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness
7.0 %Thesis Development and Purpose Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim. Thesis and/or main claim are insufficiently developed and/or vague; purpose is not clear. Thesis and/or main claim are apparent and appropriate to purpose. Thesis and/or main claim are clear and forecast the development of the paper. It is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose. Thesis and/or main claim are comprehensive. The essence of the paper is contained within the thesis. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.
20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness
8.0 %Argument Logic and Construction Statement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses noncredible sources. Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility. Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis. Argument shows logical progression. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are authoritative. Clear and convincing argument presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative.
20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness
5.0 %Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use) Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice and/or sentence construction are used. Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register), sentence structure, and/or word choice are present. Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used. Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used. Rules of grammar, usage, punctuation are followed Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.
10.0 %Format
5.0 %Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment) Template is not used appropriately, or documentation format is rarely followed correctly. Appropriate template is used, but some elements are missing or mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is apparent. Appropriate template is used. Formatting is correct, although some minor errors may be present. Appropriate template is fully used. There are virtually no errors in formatting style. All format elements are correct.
10.0 %Format
5.0 %Research Citations (In-text citations for paraphrasing and direct quotes, and reference page listing and formatting, as appropriate to assignment and style) No reference page is included. No citations are used. Reference page is present. Citations are inconsistently used. Reference page is included and lists sources used in the paper. Sources are appropriately documented, although some errors may be present. Reference page is present and fully inclusive of all cited sources. Documentation is appropriate and citation style is usually correct. In-text citations and a reference page are complete and correct. The documentation of cited sources is free of error.
100 %Total Weightage

The Essay Questions to answer

Chapter 11 (Conclusion to Contracts) question 2. Evans built a house for Sandra Dyer, but the house had some problems. The garage ceiling was too low. Load-bearing beams in the “great room” cracked and appeared to be steadily weakening. The patio did not drain properly. Pipes froze. Evans wanted the money promised for the job, but Dyer refused to pay. Comment.

Chapter 12 (Practical Contracts) question 5. Laurie’s contract to sell her tortilla chip business to Hudson contained a provision that she must continue to work at the business for five years. One year later, she quit. Hudson refused to pay her the amounts still owing under the contract. Laurie alleged that he is liable for the full amount because her breach was not material. Is Laurie correct?

Chapter 13 (Sales and Product Liability) question 4. Lewis River Golf, Inc., grew and sold sod. It bought seed from the defendant, O. M. Scott & Sons, under an express warranty. But the sod grown from the Scott seeds developed weeds, a breach of Scott’s warranty. Several of Lewis River’s customers sued, unhappy with the weeds in their grass. Lewis River lost most of its customers, cut back its production from 275 acres to 45 acres, and destroyed all remaining sod grown from Scott’s seeds. Eventually, Lewis River sold its business at a large loss. A jury awarded Lewis River $1,026,800, largely for lost profits. Scott appealed, claiming that a plaintiff may not recover for lost profits. Comment

Answer one of the Essay Questions located at the end of chapters 11-13 in Introduction to Business Law. Answer one question for each chapter. Each fully developed response (250-400 words) should include the following:
1. A clear introduction and conclusion
2. A thorough statement of the problem
3. A thorough explanation of the solution to the problem
Identify the chapter and question number you are answering.
APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment
Rubric
Essay Questions – Chapters 11-13
1
Unsatisfactory
0.00% 2
Less than Satisfactory
65.00% 3
Satisfactory
75.00% 4
Good
85.00% 5
Excellent
100.00%
70.0 %Content
10.0 %Introduction and Conclusion An introduction and conclusion are not present. An introduction and conclusion are present, but connections are not made to course objectives. An introduction and conclusion are present, and cursory connections are made to course objectives. An introduction and conclusion are present. Relevant connections are made to course objectives in a thoughtful manner. An introduction and conclusion are present. Relevant connections are made to course objectives in a thoughtful and insightful manner. Critical and creative thinking is indicated.
30.0 %Statement of the Problem Statements of the problem in each essay question are not present. Statements of the problem in each essay question are presented but incomplete or inaccurate. Statements of the problem in each essay question are adequately presented. Statements of the problem in each essay question are thoroughly presented. Statements of the problem in each essay question are presented in a thoughtful and insightful manner. Critical and creative thinking is indicated
30.0 %Solution to the Problem Explanations of the solution of the essay questions are not present. Explanations of the solution of the essay questions are presented but incomplete or inaccurate. Explanations of the solution of all essay questions are adequately presented. Explanations of the solution of all essay questions are thoroughly presented. Explanations of the solution of all essay questions are presented in a thoughtful and insightful manner. Critical and creative thinking is indicated.
20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness
7.0 %Thesis Development and Purpose Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim. Thesis and/or main claim are insufficiently developed and/or vague; purpose is not clear. Thesis and/or main claim are apparent and appropriate to purpose. Thesis and/or main claim are clear and forecast the development of the paper. It is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose. Thesis and/or main claim are comprehensive. The essence of the paper is contained within the thesis. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.
20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness
8.0 %Argument Logic and Construction Statement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses noncredible sources. Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility. Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis. Argument shows logical progression. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are authoritative. Clear and convincing argument presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative.
20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness
5.0 %Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use) Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice and/or sentence construction are used. Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register), sentence structure, and/or word choice are present. Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used. Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used. Rules of grammar, usage, punctuation are followed Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.
10.0 %Format
5.0 %Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment) Template is not used appropriately, or documentation format is rarely followed correctly. Appropriate template is used, but some elements are missing or mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is apparent. Appropriate template is used. Formatting is correct, although some minor errors may be present. Appropriate template is fully used. There are virtually no errors in formatting style. All format elements are correct.
10.0 %Format
5.0 %Research Citations (In-text citations for paraphrasing and direct quotes, and reference page listing and formatting, as appropriate to assignment and style) No reference page is included. No citations are used. Reference page is present. Citations are inconsistently used. Reference page is included and lists sources used in the paper. Sources are appropriately documented, although some errors may be present. Reference page is present and fully inclusive of all cited sources. Documentation is appropriate and citation style is usually correct. In-text citations and a reference page are complete and correct. The documentation of cited sources is free of error.
100 %Total Weightage

The Essay Questions to answer

Chapter 11 (Conclusion to Contracts) question 2. Evans built a house for Sandra Dyer, but the house had some problems. The garage ceiling was too low. Load-bearing beams in the “great room” cracked and appeared to be steadily weakening. The patio did not drain properly. Pipes froze. Evans wanted the money promised for the job, but Dyer refused to pay. Comment.

Chapter 12 (Practical Contracts) question 5. Laurie’s contract to sell her tortilla chip business to Hudson contained a provision that she must continue to work at the business for five years. One year later, she quit. Hudson refused to pay her the amounts still owing under the contract. Laurie alleged that he is liable for the full amount because her breach was not material. Is Laurie correct?

Chapter 13 (Sales and Product Liability) question 4. Lewis River Golf, Inc., grew and sold sod. It bought seed from the defendant, O. M. Scott & Sons, under an express warranty. But the sod grown from the Scott seeds developed weeds, a breach of Scott’s warranty. Several of Lewis River’s customers sued, unhappy with the weeds in their grass. Lewis River lost most of its customers, cut back its production from 275 acres to 45 acres, and destroyed all remaining sod grown from Scott’s seeds. Eventually, Lewis River sold its business at a large loss. A jury awarded Lewis River $1,026,800, largely for lost profits. Scott appealed, claiming that a plaintiff may not recover for lost profits. Comment