Theodore and James decide to enter into an agreement with a firm in Europe allowing them to use the rights to their software, brand name, and software specifications in return for a lump sum payment. The firm is a service organization that plans to use the software to assist its customers. Their agreement is a(n) .

Franchise agreement

Explanation: Before a third party can be licensed to use a proprietary software, document, brand name or other licensed materials, goods, product or trademark, there must be an agreement between the franchisor (Theodore and James) and the franchisee ( organizations or individuals who wish to use the franchisor's product) called the franchise agreement. These provides a legal bond between both parties which outlines terms and conditions of use pertaining to the franchisor's brand name or proprietary product. The franchisee offers something in return for the grant which is usually a Monetary package.

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answer; organization;