Agency

The 'duty of obedience' requires a real estate agent to follow all lawful instructions of the principal. Which instruction would an agent be JUSTIFIED in refusing?

AListing the property at a price higher than the agent recommends
BRefusing to show the property on weekends
CRefusing to present offers from buyers of a certain race✓ Correct
DMarketing the property only online

Explanation

An agent must refuse any instruction that violates the law, including fair housing laws. Refusing to present offers based on a buyer's race violates the Fair Housing Act and California fair housing statutes, and an agent must not comply.

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