What would most likely result if a contractor entered into a contract for a public entity signed by an unauthorized person?

a$.$ Courts will protect the public entity from liability and find that the contract is unenforceable by the contractor.

b$.$ Courts will protect the contractor from losses and enforce the contractor's reasonable reliance on representations made by the unauthorized person.

c$.$ Disputes would be decided in favor of the public entity, because such contracts are frequently signed by public officials, who have indirect authorization.

d$.$ Disputes would be decided in favor of the contractor, because the contractor signed the contract in good faith.