s: . Who determines whether a mental impairment compromised a person's ability to enter a contract? . What is the rule that determines if someone is so intoxicated that he or she cannot be held responsible for any contracts entered while in that state? . Can minors disaffirm part of a contract? . How can adults protect themselves from deceitful minors? . Why do the courts refuse to become involved trying to set the value of consideration? . Is it okay to agree to do something that might be considered illegal as consideration in a contract? Explain. . What ordinary things might be consideration in a contract? . EmancipationKirsten is 17 and a senior in high school. For the past six months, she has not been getting along with her parents and wants to move out on her own. Her parents reject this idea, so Kirsten decides to emancipate herself from her parents. You Debate In this situation, can Kirsten emancipate herself from her parents? . 11 Rescinding a ContractMatthew is 17, a senior in high school, and in JROTC. A recruiter visits his school to recruit students for the navy. Matthew signs a contract to enlist without discussing it with his parents. Since Matthew is a minor and did not discuss this with his parents, can he rescind the contract? . 12 Contract for NecessariesJordan is 16. While mowing his grass, he seriously cut his hand. His neighbor took him to the emergency room where he was treated and released. Two weeks later, Jordan received a bill from the hospital for $575. Jordan refused to pay the bill. Since Jordan is a minor, can he still be held responsible for the hospital bill? . 13 ConsiderationShawn offered to paint Margaret's house in exchange for an old car she was selling for $4,000. Shawn failed to show up to finish painting the house or to contact Margaret. A week later, another person offered to purchase the car and Margaret sold it. The next day Shawn came by to finish painting the house and learned the car had been sold. Can Shawn sue Margaret for breach of contract? . 14 OptionMalik offered to sell his condo to Gayathri for $70,000. Gayathri said she did not have the money right now, but would like an option to buy it at a later date. Malik did not specify a time limit on the offer. A month later Malik had the opportunity to sell the condo for $70,000. Malik informed Gayathri, and she reminded Malik that she had an option with no time limit. Is Malik bound by this agreement with Gayathri