alleryStart learning →An agent deals on his own account without consent. The principal may
Arepudiate if facts hidden
Bonly claim his salary
Cdo nothing about it
Ddismiss him at once
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. repudiate if facts hidden
Section 215 allows repudiation where the agent concealed material facts dishonestly or the dealing was disadvantageous.
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