Daniel was purchasing a life policy from his friend Marcus, an agent for MMC Agency. Even though Daniel had not yet paid a premium, Marcus told him that the policy was in force as of the date that they wrote the contract. Marcus did not have the authority to bind coverage immediately, but the MMC Agency could still be liable. This is an example of:

Daniel was purchasing a life policy from his friend Marcus, an agent for MMC Agency. Even though Daniel had not yet paid a premium, Marcus told him that the policy was in force as of the date that they wrote the contract. Marcus did not have the authority to bind coverage immediately, but the MMC Agency could still be liable. This is an example of:



a. Waiver and estoppel

(b.) Apparent authority

c. Implied authority

d. Expressed authority



Answer: B

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