Agency (alternative)
An agent's duty of 'obedience' to a principal in Maryland means the agent must:
AFollow all lawful instructions of the principal✓ Correct
BObey any instruction regardless of legality
COnly follow instructions in writing
DDefer to the broker's instructions over the principal's
Explanation
The duty of obedience requires the agent to follow the lawful instructions of the principal. An agent is NOT required to obey instructions that are illegal or unethical.
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