JAMB Commerce 2004 Question 16

Question 16

Law of Agency

A transporter who had to sell some perishable goods without the prior authority of the owner becomes an agent by

  1. A.conduct
  2. B.necessity
  3. C.ratification
  4. D.estoppel
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (necessity)

Explanation

In an emergency, when the owner cannot be reached and the goods would spoil, the law treats the carrier as an agent of necessity.