Agency
Under Florida law, an agent who fails to disclose a known material defect to a buyer could face which consequence?
AOnly a civil lawsuit from the buyer
BLicense discipline by FREC and potential civil liability✓ Correct
CCriminal prosecution only
DAutomatic license revocation with no appeal
Explanation
Failure to disclose known material defects in Florida can result in both FREC license discipline (fines, suspension, revocation) and civil liability to the buyer. Florida law requires active disclosure of known facts materially affecting the property's value.
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