Agency
The fiduciary duty of 'obedience' requires the agent to follow all client instructions EXCEPT:
AInstructions to reject all offers below a certain price
BInstructions to disclose all showings to the seller
CInstructions to discriminate against buyers based on national origin✓ Correct
DInstructions to counter all offers within 48 hours
Explanation
The duty of obedience requires the agent to follow all lawful instructions from the client. Illegal instructions — such as discriminating against buyers based on a protected class under the Fair Housing Act — must not be followed, even if the client demands it.
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