Agency
What is the 'apparent authority' concept in South Carolina real estate agency?
AAuthority explicitly stated in the listing agreement
BAuthority that a third party reasonably believes an agent has, based on the principal's actions✓ Correct
CThe broker's authority to supervise salespersons
DAuthority to sign contracts on the client's behalf
Explanation
Apparent authority exists when a principal's actions or representations lead a third party to reasonably believe the agent has authority. The principal may be bound by the agent's acts even if actual authority was not granted.
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