Agency
An agent who represents the seller but works directly with an unrepresented buyer is acting as a:
ABuyer's agent
BSeller's subagent✓ Correct
CFacilitator
DDesignated agent
Explanation
When an agent representing the seller assists an unrepresented buyer, they are acting as the seller's agent (or subagent). The buyer is a customer, not a client, and the agent's loyalty remains with the seller.
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