Alexio Read SmartHome's Ad in the Local Newspaper Advertising a Home

Multiple Choice

Alexio read SmartHome's ad in the local newspaper advertising a home communications system for $489. Alexio rushed to the store to buy the system only to be told by the salesperson that the ad was a misprint and the price should have been $849. Alexio gave the salesperson $489 plus sales tax and demanded the system.

A) The ad is a firm offer by the merchant, and the communication system must be sold for $489.
B) Alexio can successfully sue SmartHome for the difference if he buys the system for $849.
C) The store must accept the price stated in the ad, but only if Alexio has a copy of the ad with him.
D) Alexio is merely making an offer to SmartHome  to buy the communication system for $489 plus sales tax.