Question

Mr Kwok's pharmacy had been broken into many times in the past few years. Finally, after a robbery last month, Mr Kwok rang the local police station and explained what had happened. The police station sent Constable Ericson, a police officer, to Mr Kwok's pharmacy to make the necessary investigations. Mr Kwok's said to Constable Ericson:

'If you can find the thief I will reward you with $2,000.'

Constable Ericson conscientiously worked on the case. After two weeks of sustained effort, he had found the thief and had him arrested. He asked Mr Kwok for the $2,000.

Mr Kwok decided to break his promise by refusing to give Constable Ericson the money.

Objectives

Advise Mr Kwok on andConstable Ericson on the law of consideration.