Jones, as seller, and Williams, as buyer, orally agreed to the purchase and sale of Jones's summer home. Without Jones's knowledge, William's wife moved into the house with a key given to Williams for inspection and the promises and spent substantial sums in renovating it. One month later, Jones refused to enter into a written agreement to convey the land or give a deed to Williams. Williams sued Jones for specific performance. Jones contested in rebuttal that evidence of the alleged oral agreement is inadmissible under the statutes of fraud.

Which of the following best describes the role or theory of the law that will control? Discuss your answer.

A. the doctorate of part performance

B. the fact that Williams has no tendered he agreed-upon Purchase price to Jones.

C. Mrs. Williams knowledge of the contract

D. the fact that Mrs. Williams acted without Jones's knowledge