### Question
What is the definition of franchise relationship?


### Answer
The definition of **franchise relationship** is as follows in *15 U.S.C. § 2801*:

> the respective motor fuel marketing or distribution obligations and responsibilities of a franchisor and a franchisee which result from the marketing of motor fuel under a franchise

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 2801*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 55-PETROLEUM MARKETING PRACTICES > SUBCHAPTER I-FRANCHISE PROTECTION**

