alleryStart learning →When the principal dies or becomes insane, the agent must
Aprotect the interests held
Bsell all the goods at once
Chand goods to a third party
Dleave records and stop work
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. protect the interests held
Section 209 obliges the agent to protect and preserve the interests for the principal's representatives.
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