alleryStart learning →In cases of difficulty, an agent must use reasonable diligence in
Ahiding the problem away
Bseeking principal's instructions
Cdeciding entirely alone
Dtelling the third party first
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. seeking principal's instructions
Section 214 requires the agent to contact the principal and seek his instructions where a difficulty arises.
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