6. Carrie and Paul were collectors of antique vases. On Marc…
6. Carrie and Paul were collectors of antique vases. On March 1, Carrie told Paul that she was thinking of selling her antique Elizabeth III vase. Paul said that he probably was interested in buying the vase. After some further discussion, Paul paid Carrie $250. On March 15, Carrie signed a document that contained this provision, “For $250 as valuable consideration, I offer to sell my Elizabeth III vase for $10,000. If Paul decides to purchase the vase, the $250 that I have received from him shall be applied to the purchase price. If Paul decides not to purchase the vase, I will keep the $250. I promise to hold this offer open until May 1.” On April 15, Paul informed Carrie that he intended to purchase the vase, but Carrie said that she had already sold the vase to someone else. If Paul asserts a claim against Carrie based on Carrie’s promise to keep the offer open until May 1, the court should: