AgencyIntermediateDelaware Exam

What is 'puffing' versus 'misrepresentation' in Delaware real estate?

APuffing involves intentional false statements of fact; misrepresentation involves exaggeration
BPuffing is subjective praise a reasonable person would not rely on; misrepresentation involves false statements of material factCorrect
CBoth are illegal under Delaware license law
DPuffing is only illegal in commercial transactions

Why Puffing is subjective praise a reasonable person would not rely on; misrepresentation involves false statements of material fact Is Correct

Answer B: Puffing is subjective praise a reasonable person would not rely on; misrepresentation involves false statements of material fact

Puffing involves non-factual, subjective opinions that a reasonable person would not rely on as fact ('best neighborhood in the city'). Misrepresentation involves false statements of material fact that may mislead a party and create legal liability.

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