Jack and Ann are both 22 years old. They agree to the following contracts:

1. Jack agrees to buy Ann's computer for $700.
2. Jack agrees to buy Ann's bicycle for $300.
3. Jack helps Ann get a loan. He promises the bank that if Ann is unable to pay the loan, Jack will make the payments. Assume Jack receives no benefit for this promise; he is just doing Ann a favor.
4. Jack agrees that, if Ann goes to the movies with him every Saturday until Jack retires, Jack will pay Ann $1000.
5. Jack buys a vacation house on .25 acres from Ann.
6. Jack rents an apartment from Ann for 3 years.

Which of these contracts falls within the statute of frauds and requires a writing? Then, if a contract falls within the statute of frauds, which of the 5 categories discussed in the videos does it fall under?

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