In a power of attorney, who signs to authorize the agent to act for the principal?

• A. Agent or attorney-in-fact
• B. Self-dealing
• C. Principal
• D. Durable power of attorney

Answer: (C)

The essential point is that a power of attorney is created by the person who wants to delegate authority—the principal—signing the document to grant power to the agent. That signature shows the principal’s consent to let the agent act on their behalf. The agent does not authorize the arrangement by signing; their role is to carry out the duties once the instrument is in effect. In a durable power of attorney, the document still operates the same way—the principal signs to appoint the agent, and the “durable” feature just means the authority continues if the principal becomes incapacitated. The other options don’t fit because the agent isn’t the one granting authority, and terms like self-dealing describe improper conduct, not who signs.