California Real Estate Practice Exam

An agent employed to handle multiple matters for someone is known as a?

1. Special agent

2. General agent

3. Limited agent

4. Universal agent

The correct answer is: General agent

A Special agent is employed to handle specific matters or tasks for someone, while a general agent is responsible for handling a broader range of matters for their employer. A limited agent is authorized only to handle a specific task or matter, while a universal agent has complete authority to act on behalf of their employer in all matters. Therefore, the term "general agent" best describes an agent employed to handle multiple matters for someone.