Scope Of Authority

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Definition: Scope Of Authority


Scope Of Authority


Full Definition of Scope Of Authority


A rule of law stating that a principal is liable to third parties for all wrongful acts committed by his or her agents while transacting the principal’s business, whether the principal authorized the act.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Scope Of Authority are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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