In which of the following situations is the partnership likely void?

A partnership is likely to be void in situations where the parties involved are not legally able to enter into a partnership due to their positions or the nature of the relationship. In the case of a partnership between a private individual and a public officer, such a partnership may be deemed void because public officers generally have restrictions on entering into arrangements that could create conflicts of interest or compromise their duties to the public.

The law seeks to prevent any potential collusion, corruption, or exploitation of public resources that might arise from a partnership involving a public officer engaging in business with a private individual. This principle helps maintain public trust in governmental and public office activities.

In contrast, partnerships between a husband and wife, partnerships with mutual contributions, and partnerships for specific projects are generally valid as they do not inherently violate any laws or public policy considerations. Thus, the situation involving a private individual and a public officer stands out as the one likely to result in a void partnership.