1. Choose the correct answer and explain why do you choose:

a) Smith New Phuc offered Mai his lawnmower for 6 million dong. Mai asked whether he might be willing to accept 3 million dong now and 3 million at the end of the month when she is paid. Which of the following best describes the status of Mai's reply?

A. It is a rejection of Phuc's offer

B. It is an implied acceptance because she was clearly agreeable to the price

C. It is a counter offer

D. It is a request for information

b) An employs Dung to build a children's playground in the grounds of her house. Dung finishes the work on time but omits to paint one side of the mega-slide frame. Which of the following best describes the legal position?

A. An is not obliged to pay Dung until he completes the job exactly as required

B. Dung is entitled to full payment under the doctrine of substantial performances

C. Dung is entitled to payment of the contract price less a reasonable amount in respect of the omission made

D. An should seek an order of specific performance to ensure that the contract is completed