Joe Was a Salesman, Newly Hired by Radio Hut

question 97

Essay

Joe was a salesman, newly hired by Radio Hut. On his first day on the job, he was left in charge of the store while the manager and the other salesmen went to lunch. They specifically told him not to sell anything over $50 but to just tell the customer to come back in an hour when they would have returned. While they were at lunch, a customer came in and decided to purchase a new stereo TV set and several accessories. The total sales price was $1,600, and the customer couldn't wait. Joe sold her the merchandise at a $400 discount. When the customer returned the next day to pick up the goods, the manager refused to go through with the deal. Explain the manager's legal obligations in these circumstances.

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