What type of agency relationship may be established by representations the owner makes in the construction contract documents? Who is that agency relationship between?

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The Answer is Apparent agency. Representations in the contract between the owner and the contractor may imply that an architect is the agent of the owner. To the extent the owner states in the contract documents that the architect may act for the owner, the owner will be accountable if the contractor relies on the architect.

What Type of Agency Relationship May Be Established by Representations