Agency
Which type of agency relationship is created when a seller signs a listing agreement with a brokerage?
AGeneral agency
BSpecial agency✓ Correct
CUniversal agency
DOstensible agency
Explanation
A listing agreement creates a special agency relationship. The agent (broker) is authorized to perform a specific act—finding a ready, willing, and able buyer—but does not have authority to bind the principal in contracts beyond that scope.
Related Utah Agency Questions
- The duty of accounting owed by a Utah agent to their client means:
- An exclusive right-to-sell listing in Utah means the listing broker earns a commission:
- A Utah agent working as a limited agent (dual agent) may NOT:
- In Utah, a limited agent (dual agent) must:
- Termination of a Utah listing agreement can occur by:
- In Utah, an agent who fails to disclose a known material defect in a property may be liable for:
- Utah requires that an agency disclosure be provided to a buyer or seller:
- The duty of accounting in a real estate agency relationship requires the agent to:
Practice More Utah Real Estate Questions
1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.
Take the Free Utah Quiz →