Agency
A Missouri seller's agent who learns the property has undisclosed plumbing problems through another source (not the seller) should:
AKeep quiet as it is not their information to share
BDisclose the known material defect to potential buyers✓ Correct
CAsk the seller to fix it quietly before listing
DOnly disclose if directly asked
Explanation
Missouri agents must disclose known material defects to potential buyers, regardless of how the information was obtained. If the agent knows about a material defect, they cannot remain silent — disclosure protects buyers and the agent from liability.
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