Agency
An agency coupled with an interest cannot be terminated by the principal at will because:
AThe agent is a co-owner of the property
BThe agency also protects the agent's financial interest in the subject matter✓ Correct
CThe agent has held the listing for more than 6 months
DThe agent is the broker of record
Explanation
An agency coupled with an interest is one where the agent has a financial stake in the subject of the agency. Because it protects the agent's own interests, the principal cannot unilaterally revoke it.
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