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

question 58

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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Gender Roles

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Interaction Patterns

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