A partner, in relation to the firm's business, is an agent of the firm. This is an example of agency arising:
ABy ratification
BBy necessity
CBy estoppel
DBy operation of law
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. By operation of law
Agency by operation of law arises where the law itself treats one person as another's agent, as a partner is the agent of the firm for its business.
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