Agency
Estoppel agency in Missouri arises when:
AA written agency agreement is signed
BA principal's conduct leads a third party to reasonably believe an agency exists, and the principal is then estopped from denying it✓ Correct
CAn agent acts without authorization
DA court appoints an agent
Explanation
Agency by estoppel (or apparent authority) is created when a principal's words or actions cause a third party to reasonably believe an agent has authority. The principal cannot later deny the agency to the detriment of the third party.
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