Which of the following business arrangements might not involve an agency relationship?

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A single transaction arm's length sales contract between two businesses does not involve an ongoing relationship, and therefore does not typically involve an agency relationship. The other options (joint venture, strategic alliance, distributorship) involve ongoing business relationships and could potentially involve agency relationships. A stockbroker may or may not involve an agency relationship depending on the specific circumstances.

Which of the Following Business Arrangements Might Not Involve an Agency