Agency
The fiduciary duty of 'confidentiality' in Ohio agency law means the agent must:
AKeep all property defects secret from buyers
BNot disclose information provided by the client that could weaken the client's negotiating position✓ Correct
CNever reveal any information to any party
DKeep the commission rate secret from the seller
Explanation
Confidentiality requires the agent to protect the client's sensitive information (e.g.
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