Agency
An agent who discloses confidential information about a client to a third party without permission may be liable for:
ANothing, since disclosure helps complete the transaction
BBreach of fiduciary duty (breach of the duty of confidentiality)✓ Correct
CNothing, if the information was also publicly available
DNothing, if the agent acted in good faith
Explanation
The duty of confidentiality requires agents to protect client information. Unauthorized disclosure of confidential information (motivation, financial limits, personal circumstances) is a breach of fiduciary duty, regardless of intent.
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