Without Brown's knowledge,Jones,who frequently purchased lumber on Brown's behalf,purchased a large quantity of plywood from Smith as agent for Brown.Jones later advised Brown of the purchase.
-Brown may ratify the contract made by Jones,if he wishes to do so,provided that he could have made the agreement himself at the time that the agreement was made by Jones.

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According to the principle of ratification, Brown can ratify the contract made by Jones as long as he had the authority to make the agreement himself at the time the agreement was made by Jones. Since Jones frequently purchased lumber on Brown's behalf, it can be assumed that he had implied authority to make the purchase of plywood from Smith on behalf of Brown. Therefore, Brown can ratify the contract if he chooses to do so.

Without Brown's Knowledge,Jones,who Frequently Purchased Lumber on Brown's Behalf,purchased a Large