Agency
What is the principle of 'apparent authority' in Nevada agency law?
AAuthority expressly granted in a written agency agreement
BAuthority a third party reasonably believes an agent has based on the principal's conduct, even if not expressly granted✓ Correct
CAuthority granted by NRED to licensed agents
DAuthority implied by law for all Nevada licensees
Explanation
Apparent authority arises when a principal's words or actions lead a third party to reasonably believe that an agent has authority to act on the principal's behalf. The principal may be bound by the agent's unauthorized acts under apparent authority.
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