Agency
When an agent learns information during an agency relationship that the principal did not want disclosed, the duty of confidentiality:
AEnds when the agency relationship is terminated
BContinues even after the agency relationship has ended✓ Correct
CApplies only during the listing period
DEnds at the time of closing
Explanation
The duty of confidentiality is not limited to the term of the agency agreement — it survives the termination of the agency relationship. An agent must maintain client confidences indefinitely after the relationship ends.
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