CONTRACT LAW — Formation of Contract — Conditional Acceptance — Effect of Variance

This principle establishes that acceptance of an offer must be plain, unequivocal, unconditional, and without variance; a conditional or qualified acceptance does not constitute acceptance and cannot create a binding agreement. The principle applies in contract formation. It ensures that acceptance is valid. The principle reflects the requirements for acceptance. It prevents binding agreements from conditional acceptance. The court must require unconditional acceptance. The principle provides guidance on formation of contract.