Agency
A seller's agent discovers a material defect during a property showing. The agent must:
ADisclose it only if the buyer directly asks
BDisclose it to the buyer regardless of the seller's wishes✓ Correct
CKeep it confidential as the seller's agent
DDisclose it only after escrow opens
Explanation
California law requires a seller's agent to disclose known material defects affecting the property's value or desirability to all parties, even if the seller objects. The duty to disclose material facts overrides the duty of confidentiality.
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