Mississippi License Law
Which of the following is an example of 'negligent misrepresentation' by a Mississippi real estate licensee?
AIntentionally lying about the property's age
BMaking a false statement of material fact without knowing it is false, but without exercising reasonable care to verify it✓ Correct
CProviding accurate information about the property's condition
DDisclosing a known material defect
Explanation
Negligent misrepresentation occurs when a licensee makes a false statement without exercising reasonable care to ensure accuracy—they didn't know it was false, but they should have verified the information before stating it.
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