Gordon Sends a Letter to Thomas That Says,"I Will Buy

Multiple Choice

Gordon sends a letter to Thomas that says,"I will buy your diesel engine for $7000." At exactly the same time,Thomas sends a letter to Gordon that says,"I will sell my diesel engine to you for $7000." Which of the following statements is TRUE?

A) This situation is described as a "cross-acceptance."
B) This situation involves a meeting of the minds.
C) Both letters respond to an offer.
D) This situation creates a bilateral contract.
E) Each letter contains an offer,but neither contains an acceptance.