Agency
Which of the following would automatically terminate an agency relationship in California?
AThe agent taking a vacation
BDeath of the principal✓ Correct
CA disagreement between agent and principal
DThe agent receiving competing offers
Explanation
An agency relationship is automatically terminated by the death or incapacity of either the principal or agent, destruction of the subject property, or expiration of the agreement term. Death of the principal immediately ends the agent's authority.
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