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In certain circumstances, even though the UCC's Statute of Frauds requires that there be a writing to enforce a contract, the court may enforce an

  1. In certain circumstances, even though the UCC's Statute of Frauds requires that there be a writing to enforce a contract, the court may enforce an oral contract.Name andexplain two (you do not have to address all) of these exceptions to the UCC's Statute of Frauds writing requirement.
  2. Scott is looking to buy a motorcycle, despite his spouse's strong objections.On Saturday morning Scott goes to Jerry's Motorcycle Shop.There he sees the motorcycle of his dreams.It is a two-year-old beauty which Jerry can tell that Scott really want to own.Jerry offers to sell it to Scott for $15,500, which is an exceptionally low price given the condition of the motorcycle.Scott hesitates, knowing he really needs to discuss it with his wife.When Scott does not return by Monday, Jerry sends Scott an e-mail saying that Jerry will hold the offer open until close of business the following Friday.On Thursday morning, a customer comes in and agrees to buy that motorcycle for $16,400, and Jerry sells him the motorcycle.On Friday morning, after finally getting his wife to agree, Scott goes in to accept Jerry's offer only to find that the motorcycle has been sold.Can Scott bring a successful action against Jerry for selling the motorcycle to another?Explain your answer.

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