On Friday, Billy mails Andrew an offer, which Andrew receives on Monday. On Tuesday, Billy mails Andrew a revocation, which Andrew does not receive until Thursday. Andrew takes no action when he receives the revocation. Meanwhile Andrew mailed Billy an acceptance on Wednesday that Billy receives on Friday. Is a contract formed, and if so, on what day?

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