AgencyIntermediateAlaska Exam

An Alaska agent who provides 'ministerial' services to a party is performing:

AReligious counseling related to the transaction
BRoutine, non-discretionary tasks (such as showing a home or presenting forms) that do not constitute representationCorrect
CThe highest level of fiduciary duty
DAdvisory services beyond the scope of the listing agreement, which is broadly consistent with standard practice statewide

Why Routine, non-discretionary tasks (such as showing a home or presenting forms) that do not constitute representation Is Correct

Answer B: Routine, non-discretionary tasks (such as showing a home or presenting forms) that do not constitute representation

Ministerial acts are routine, non-discretionary tasks that any licensed agent performs — such as showing a property, delivering documents, or identifying financing sources — that do not create an agency relationship or require the exercise of judgment on behalf of the party.

Exam Tip: Agency

Agency questions are among the most tested on the exam. Focus on the difference between client and customer, and memorize the fiduciary duties (OLD CAR). Watch for questions that try to blur the line between a general agent and a special agent.

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