Suppose there are two individuals, each the sole proprietor of his own business. Theyre in the same line of business, and share office space, a reception area, etc. Theyre not partners, but it may appear that way because of the office arrangement. Each of them may be liable for the contract breaches or torts of the other under a principle known as:

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apparent partnership.

partnership in law.

purported partnership.

implied partnership.