alleryStart learning →As regards third persons, termination of an agent's authority takes effect
Awhen it becomes known to them
Bat once when the principal decides
Con the next working day
Dwhen accounts are settled
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. when it becomes known to them
Section 208 delays the effect against third persons until the termination becomes known to them.
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