Bud approves on behalf of Cody-but without authorization-a contract with Dik to build a new silo. Cody does not ratify the contract. Later, Dik tries to enforce the deal. This attempt will be
A) partly successful.
B) partly unsuccessful.
C) totally successful.
D) totally unsuccessful.

Question

Bud approves on behalf of Cody-but without authorization-a contract with Dik to build a new silo. Cody does not ratify the contract. Later, Dik tries to enforce the deal. This attempt will be​
A) ​partly successful.
B) ​partly unsuccessful.
C) ​totally successful.
D) ​totally unsuccessful.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Since Bud did not have the authority to approve the contract on Cody's behalf and Cody did not ratify the contract, the contract is considered void and unenforceable. Therefore, Dik's attempt to enforce the deal will be totally unsuccessful.

Bud Approves on Behalf of Cody-But Without Authorization-A Contract with Dik