Beatrice withdrew from a partnership but failed to notify any of the other partners except Tom, who did not have an opportunity to notify the other partners. Simultaneous to Beatrice's notifying Tom, Susan, another member of the partnership, made an authorized contract with a third party. Regarding that contract made by Susan, Beatrice is:

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Beatrice is bound by Susan's contract because she failed to notify Susan of her withdrawal from the partnership. In a partnership, each partner has a duty to inform the other partners of any changes, including a decision to withdraw. Since Beatrice failed to do so, she is still legally considered a partner and bound by any authorized contracts entered into by the other partners.

Beatrice Withdrew from a Partnership but Failed to Notify Any