alleryStart learning →A revokes B's authority by letter, but B sells for Rs 100 before getting it. With 5 per cent commission, B gets
Ano commission at all
BRs 10 as commission
CRs 5, binding on A
DRs 50 as damages
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Rs 5, binding on A
Revocation does not bind the agent until he learns of it, so the sale is binding and five per cent of Rs 100 is Rs 5.
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