Agency
A NH seller instructs their agent to tell buyers the roof is new when the agent knows it is 10 years old. The agent should:
AFollow the seller's instructions since the seller is the client
BRefuse and inform the seller they cannot make false statements to buyers✓ Correct
CMake the statement but add a verbal disclaimer
DOnly make the statement in writing to limit liability
Explanation
An agent must not make false material statements to buyers even at the seller's instruction. The duty of honesty to all parties overrides the duty of obedience to the client when following instructions would require breaking the law.
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