Agency
In Maine, an agent's authority to act on behalf of a principal may be terminated by:
AOnly the death of the principal
BExpiration of the agency agreement, mutual consent, or death of either party✓ Correct
CThe agent's decision alone at any time without consequences
DOnly a court order
Explanation
Agency relationships may be terminated by expiration of the agency agreement, mutual consent, accomplishment of the purpose, death or incapacity of either party, or breach of the agreement.
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