Agency
In Michigan, 'apparent authority' of an agent occurs when:
AThe agent has written authorization from the principal
BA third party reasonably believes the agent has authority based on the principal's conduct, even if actual authority is absent✓ Correct
CThe agent acts in an emergency on behalf of the principal
DThe agent discloses their agency status
Explanation
Apparent authority arises when the principal's actions or representations lead a third party to reasonably believe the agent has authority to act. The principal may be bound by the agent's actions under apparent authority even if actual authority was not granted.
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