Because those who cannot legally enter into contracts directly cannot do so indirectly through an agent, a principal must

A) put an agency agreement into writing.
B) proffer consideration to enter into an agency relationship.
C) have contractual capacity to be a principal.
D) employ only one agent at any given time.

Contractual Capacity

Contractual capacity is the legal ability of a person or entity to enter into a contract, with sufficient understanding and agreement to the terms.

Agency Agreement

A legal contract creating a fiduciary relationship where the agent is authorized to perform actions for the principal.

Legally Enter

The act of gaining access or entrance to a place or agreement under the terms and conditions permitted by law.