Agency
In Missouri, an agent has a duty of 'obedience' to their client. This means the agent must:
AFollow all lawful instructions of the client✓ Correct
BObey any instruction regardless of legality
CDo whatever is best for the agent's commission
DFollow only MREC's instructions
Explanation
Obedience requires the agent to follow the client's lawful instructions. An agent is not required—and indeed must refuse—to follow instructions that are illegal or unethical.
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