Robb, a minor, executed a promissory note payable to bearer and delivered it to Dodsen in payment for a stereo system. Dodsen negotiated the note for value to Mellon by delivery alone and without endorsement. Mellon endorsed the note in blank and negotiated it to Bloom for value.

Bloom’s demand for payment was refused by Robb because the note was executed when Robb was a minor. Bloom gave prompt notice of Robb’s default to Dodsen and Mellon.

None of the holders of the note were aware of Robb’s minority. Which of the following parties will be liable to Bloom?

Dodsen Mellon

a. Yes Yes

b. Yes No

c. No No

d. No Yes