Jordan, a software developer, enters into a contract with StartupX to develop a custom application for $20,000. Both parties discuss the project requirements in detail, but due to a miscommunication, the contract only specifies that Jordan will develop a basic application instead of the comprehensive one StartupX intended. After completion, StartupX is dissatisfied with the limited functionality. What legal doctrine allows StartupX to challenge the contract based on this situation?
Breach of warranty regarding application functionality.
Illegality due to insufficient contract terms.
Duress because Jordan pressured StartupX into the agreement.
Mutual mistake concerning the scope of the project.
StartupX can invoke mutual mistake because both parties shared an incorrect understanding regarding the essential terms of the contract, specifically the scope of the application to be developed. This shared misunderstanding can render the contract voidable.
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