Agency
Latent defects in real property are those that:
AAre visible and obvious to a reasonable inspector
BAre hidden and not discoverable through ordinary inspection✓ Correct
CAre disclosed in the seller's property condition report
DOnly affect commercial properties
Explanation
Latent defects are hidden defects not discoverable through a reasonable inspection. Both sellers and their agents must disclose known latent defects because buyers cannot protect themselves against defects they cannot see.
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