Agency
A Maine buyer's agent who learns that the seller is going through a divorce and must sell quickly has a duty to:
AKeep the information confidential to avoid causing harm
BDisclose this material information to their buyer client✓ Correct
CReport the information to the MREC
DDisclose the information to both parties
Explanation
A buyer's agent owes the fiduciary duty of disclosure to their client. If the agent learns information that could benefit the buyer in negotiations (such as seller motivation), they must share it with the buyer client.
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