Which Type of Liability Does a Principal Have When It

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which type of liability does a principal have when it authorizes an agent to engage in an act and the agent intentionally or unintentionally falsifies his or her role?

• A) Misrepresentation liability
• B) Vicarious liability
• C) Ratification liability
• D) General liability
• E) Strict liability

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