The relationship between a representative and his or her constituents in which constituents essentially "hire" the representative to act on their behalf is known as a(n)

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The principal-agent relationship describes the arrangement between a representative (the agent) and their constituents (the principal), where the constituents entrust the agent to act on their behalf. This arrangement involves a degree of trust and accountability, with the agent expected to act in the best interests of the principal. The other options do not accurately describe this relationship.

The Relationship Between a Representative and His or Her Constituents