As a Birthday Gift,Bryce's Uncle Promised Bryce That He Would

As a birthday gift,Bryce's uncle promised Bryce that he would pay Bryce's business school tuition for the next semester.In reliance on that promise,Bryce quit a part-time job at a fast food restaurant.When the tuition bill became due,Bryce's uncle told Bryce that he was sorry but that he would not be able to pay the tuition because he just built a new swimming pool at his house,and funds were running short.Bryce asks you if there is any basis upon which Bryce could win in litigation against this uncle.Which of the following would be the best advice?

A) Bryce should sue for breach of contract because an offer,acceptance,and consideration are all present.
B) Bryce should sue for breach of contract because an offer and acceptance are present,and Bryce's reliance would substitute for consideration.
C) Bryce should sue based on promissory estoppel.
D) Bryce should hurry and try to get the former restaurant job back because there is no basis upon which Bryce would have a viable case.

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