Agency
A buyer's agent who fails to present an offer to the seller's agent because they believe it is 'too low' is:
AActing within their discretion as a professional advisor
BViolating their fiduciary duty to the buyer-client✓ Correct
CComplying with MLS rules that prohibit low offers
DActing legally as long as they inform the buyer afterward
Explanation
A buyer's agent has a fiduciary duty to follow the lawful instructions of the buyer-client, including presenting all offers the buyer wishes to submit. Withholding or delaying an offer based on the agent's personal judgment violates the duty of obedience owed to the buyer.
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