Agency
Which of the following would most likely create an ostensible (apparent) agency?
AA signed exclusive buyer representation agreement
BA seller allowing an unlicensed assistant to show property and negotiate offers✓ Correct
CA broker managing their own rental property
DAn agent working under supervision
Explanation
Ostensible or apparent agency arises when a principal's conduct leads a third party to reasonably believe someone is their agent, even without formal authorization. Allowing someone to act as an agent creates this appearance.
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