Brad, a world famous painter, has a contract to paint a portrait of the Smith family for $300,000. Brad would like to delegate this duty to his talented younger cousin, Bud. May Brad delegate this duty to Bud?

Yes, duties can be freely delegated under the common law.

Yes, unless there is an express anti-delegation clause in his contract with the Smiths

No, this is a contract for a unique personal service which cannot be delegated without the Smiths consent.

No, duties cannot be delegated unless there is new consideration.