Agency
What is the 'duty of obedience' owed by an Oregon agent to their client?
AThe duty to follow all client instructions, including illegal ones
BThe duty to follow all lawful instructions of the client promptly and efficiently✓ Correct
CThe duty to obey the instructions of OREA above the client's instructions
DThe duty to obey the other party's reasonable requests
Explanation
The duty of obedience requires an Oregon agent to follow the lawful instructions of their client, even if the agent disagrees with the strategy. However, obedience has limits — agents are NOT required to follow illegal instructions (e.
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