Dan, an Agent for Ramona, Sees What He Thinks Is

question 31

Essay

Dan, an agent for Ramona, sees what he thinks is a good deal for Ramona. Without asking whether he has authority to negotiate the deal, Dan enters into a contract on Ramona's behalf. Ramona says later that she isn't interested. Is Ramona liable on the contract? Is Dan liable on the contract? Explain.

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Definitions:

Mind Functions

Fundamental operations or activities performed by the mind, such as perception, thinking, memory, and emotion regulation.

Informed Consent

A participant’s agreement to participate in research after receiving information about the purposes of the study and the nature of the treatments.

Workplace Stress

The response individuals may have when presented with work demands and pressures that are not matched to their knowledge and abilities, challenging their ability to cope.

Research

The systematic investigation into and study of materials, sources, etc., in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.