Bridget is a purchasing agent for Fun Products Co. Daniel, a Fun Products corporate officer, gives Bridget written authority to buy for the company as many computers and peripheral devices as necessary, within a budget limit. The next day, Daniel calls Bridget and tells her to buy only 50 notebook computers and nothing else. Bridget shows the written authority to Eagle Computer Supply and enters into a contract with Eagle to buy 60 notebook computers, and a selection of printers, scanners, and extra storage media. The total cost of this merchandise falls within the budget limit stated in the letter of authorization. Eagle Computer Supply ships the order to Fun Products.
Answer the following:
1. Is Fun Products liable to Eagle under the contract? Explain, using the appropriate legal terminology.
2. Is Bridget liable? Explain, using the appropriate legal terminology.