Agency
What is the duty of 'obedience' owed by a Pennsylvania real estate agent to their principal, and what are its limits?
AThe agent must follow all client instructions without exception or question
BThe agent must follow the client's lawful instructions, but is not required to follow instructions that violate law, PREC regulations, or ethical obligations✓ Correct
CThe duty of obedience only applies to commercial agency relationships
DObedience means the agent must refer any uncertain instructions to PREC for guidance
Explanation
The duty of obedience requires a Pennsylvania agent to follow their client's lawful and reasonable instructions. However, the duty is not absolute: an agent is not required (and must refuse) to follow instructions that violate RELRA, fair housing law, environmental disclosure requirements, or ethical obligations.
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