John is excited to engage in this new venture with Melissa, and has told her verbally that he is happy to proceed with the contract, however he wants to communicate this new venture with his wife as she is the registered owner of the business. Melissa communicates with you to seek your advice regarding the validity of the acceptance given to her by John.

1.2 Outline what a valid acceptance entails, and thereafter provide an answer to Melissas question concerning the validity of the acceptance.