A fact that is important and central to the subject matter of a contract is a material fact.

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Mary owns two all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), worth $1,000 and $500, respectively. Neil enters into a contract to buy "Mary's ATV" for $750. Mary believes, in good faith, that she is selling the $500 ATV. Neil believes, in good faith, that he is buying the $1,000 ATV. In this situation
A. Neil must buy both ATVs for $1,500.
B. the contract is not enforceable.
C. Mary is entitled to $750 for the $500 ATV.
D. Neil is entitled to the $1,000 ATV for $750.

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