Which term describes an agent that transacts all of a principal's business of a particular kind or in a particular place?

• A. Soliciting agent
• B. Special agent
• C. General agent
• D. Broker

Answer: (C)

In agency law, the scope of authority defines the role. A general agent has authority to transact all of the principal’s business of a particular kind or in a specific place. This broad mandate means the agent can handle the ongoing affairs within that area or line of business for the principal, not just a single task. That’s why this term fits the description exactly.

A special agent, in contrast, is limited to a specific act or transaction. A soliciting agent mainly invites applications and typically cannot bind the principal. A broker serves as an intermediary who arranges dealings between the insured and the insurer and isn’t the principal’s general representative for all such business.