Agency
Under Michigan law, a real estate broker is vicariously liable for:
AOnly transactions the broker personally handled
BThe negligent or wrongful acts of affiliated licensees acting within the scope of their employment✓ Correct
CActs of independent contractors but not employees
DNo liability since salespersons have their own licenses
Explanation
Michigan brokers are vicariously liable for the acts of their affiliated licensees that occur within the scope of their real estate activities. This reinforces the broker's duty to supervise affiliated salespersons.
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