This text employs the problem method together with case dissection to develop students' interest and increase their store of knowledge. Students exercise analytical thinking and master basic contracts by a combination of problem and case method. Ideally used in conjunction with the hornbook (Calamari - Perillo on Contracts), this methodology: allows the students to explore a rich array of practical applications of the cases. UCC Articles 1 and 2 are included as Appendices. A large number of new cases in this edition were decided in the 21st century and involve current issues.