The Law of Diminishing Marginal Utility Indicates That the Slope

question 109

Multiple Choice

The law of diminishing marginal utility indicates that the slope of the marginal utility curve eventually becomes:

• A) negative.
• B) vertical.
• C) horizontal.
• D) positive.

Identify circumstances under which an agent is personally liable for contracts and torts.

Understand the doctrine of respondeat superior and its application to employer liability.

Distinguish between disclosed, partially disclosed, and undisclosed principals and the legal implications of each status.

Comprehend the effects of termination of agency on the authority and liability of the agent.

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