Agency
In Alaska, a seller who expressly instructs the listing agent not to disclose that the neighborhood was affected by flooding 5 years ago is asking the agent to:
AFollow the seller's lawful instruction
BWithhold material information, which the agent is obligated to disclose regardless✓ Correct
CDisclose only to serious buyers, not to casual inquirers
DDisclose only in the MLS listing, not in person
Explanation
The agent has an independent duty to disclose known material adverse facts — including flood history — regardless of the seller's instructions. The agent cannot follow instructions that would constitute fraud or misrepresentation.
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