alleryStart learning →A power to appoint may be exercised by name or by reference to:
ASeniority list
BWritten test
CVirtue of office
DPublic notice
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Virtue of office
Section 15 allows an appointment to be made either by name or by virtue of office.
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