Agency
In Massachusetts, if a real estate agent exceeds their actual authority and enters a contract on behalf of a client, the client:
AIs always bound by the agent's actions
BMay ratify (accept) the unauthorized contract or reject it✓ Correct
CMust sue the agent immediately
DIs automatically bound if the contract was in writing
Explanation
If an agent acts beyond their authority, the principal (client) is not automatically bound. The principal may choose to ratify (accept) the unauthorized contract, but is not required to. Ratification must be with full knowledge of all material facts.
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