What are essential elements of a valid commercial lease and the typical landlord-tenant duties?

• A. Offer and acceptance, consideration, and a clear term; landlord duties include habitability and maintenance; tenant duties include rent payment and compliance with lease terms.
• B. A verbal agreement only; no consideration required; landlord duties are optional; tenant duties are absent.
• C. The lease must include a purchase option; landlord duties include property tax payment.
• D. The lease must be signed by both parties' attorneys; landlord duties include full control of premises.

Answer: (A)