Real Estate Ethics: Code of Conduct for Professionals

Question 1

As per the Code of Ethics, what is the obligation of real estate professionals regarding confidentiality?

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Safeguarding client information and preventing unauthorized disclosure

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Sharing client information with other parties without their consent

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Using client information for personal gain

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Ignoring client requests for privacy

Question 2

The primary goal of the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) is to:

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Facilitate cooperation and information sharing among real estate brokers

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Restrict competition and limit access to property listings

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Set prices and control the real estate market

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Provide exclusive access to property listings for a single brokerage

Question 3

What is the main purpose of a real estate commission?

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To compensate real estate professionals for their services

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To cover the expenses incurred during a real estate transaction

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To generate revenue for real estate companies

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To ensure that real estate professionals are fairly compensated

Question 4

What is the purpose of a title search?

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To identify any liens or encumbrances attached to a property

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To ensure that the seller has the legal right to sell the property

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To determine the market value of the property

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To confirm the boundaries and dimensions of the property

Question 5

Real estate professionals have a legal and ethical obligation to safeguard what type of information?

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Confidential information entrusted to them by clients

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Personal data of colleagues and competitors

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Financial records of their brokerage firm

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Trade secrets of other businesses

Question 6

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) Code of Ethics serves primarily as a:

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Set of ethical guidelines for real estate professionals

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Legal framework for real estate transactions

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Marketing tool for promoting real estate services

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Collection of best practices for maximizing profits

Question 7

How should a real estate professional respond to an offer of a bribe from a potential client?

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Report the incident to the appropriate authorities

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Accept the bribe to gain an unfair advantage

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Inform their supervisor or manager

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Ignore the offer and continue with the transaction

Question 8

When representing clients with conflicting interests, which ethical principle should real estate brokers prioritize?

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Disclosing potential conflicts of interest and obtaining informed consent

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Prioritizing their own financial interests over the clients' best interests

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Withdrawing from representing any client with whom they have a conflict of interest

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Concealing potential conflicts of interest to avoid losing business

Question 9

The core principles of the real estate code of ethics include:

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Honesty, integrity, fairness

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Courtesy, respect, trustworthiness

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Convenience, professionalism, profitability

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Objectivity, confidentiality, accountability

Question 10

Which ethical principle requires real estate agents to provide all relevant information to buyers and sellers?

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Integrity

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Objectivity

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Competence

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Confidentiality

Question 11

The code of ethics requires real estate professionals to treat all clients equally, regardless of their:

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Protected characteristics

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Personal beliefs

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Income level

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Professional affiliations

Question 12

Which ethical principle obligates real estate agents to safeguard their clients' sensitive information?

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Confidentiality

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Integrity

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Objectivity

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Competence

Question 13

The overarching emphasis of the code of ethics for real estate professionals is on:

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Professionalism

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Profitability

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Convenience

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Personal gain

Question 14

In the United States, the organization responsible for establishing and enforcing the code of ethics for real estate professionals is the:

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National Association of Realtors (NAR)

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American Real Estate Association (AREA)

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Real Estate Board of America (REBA)

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National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB)

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a specific rule under the Code of Ethics that prohibits real estate professionals from:

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Recommend a reputable lender or insurance company

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Disclosing material defects in a property to potential buyers

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Receiving compensation from both the buyer and seller in the same transaction

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Accepting a gift or commission from a third party without the client's knowledge and consent

Question 16

What is the primary purpose of the Code of Ethics for Real Estate Professionals?

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To ensure ethical conduct and protect the public from harm

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To establish fair market values for properties

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To promote the sale and purchase of real estate

Question 17

Which of the following is a potential consequence of violating the Code of Ethics?

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License suspension or revocation

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Recognition for professional excellence

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Receiving a financial bonus

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Increased client referrals

Question 18

When must real estate professionals disclose material defects in a property?

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Before the buyer signs the purchase contract

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Only if the buyer requests it

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After the buyer moves into the property

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Never

Question 19

What is the role of the Real Estate Commission in enforcing the Code of Ethics?

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To investigate complaints, take disciplinary action, and issue licenses

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To provide training on the Code of Ethics

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To establish the Code of Ethics

Question 20

Which of the following is considered a breach of fiduciary duty under the Code of Ethics?

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Acting in a way that benefits the real estate professional to the detriment of the client

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Providing accurate and timely information to the client

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Maintaining confidentiality of the client's personal information

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Negotiating a favorable price for the client

Question 21

What should a real estate professional do if they become aware of another professional violating the Code of Ethics?

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Report it to the Real Estate Commission and their broker

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Inform the client

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Confront the professional directly

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Ignore it

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a type of potential liability that real estate professionals can face for violating the Code of Ethics?

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Appreciation in property value

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Civil lawsuits

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Criminal charges

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Disciplinary action by the Real Estate Commission

Question 23

What is a key principle of fair housing practices under the Code of Ethics?

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Treating all potential buyers and sellers equally regardless of protected characteristics

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Disclosing the religious affiliation of homeowners to potential buyers

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Encouraging the sale of properties in high-income neighborhoods

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Prioritizing the interests of buyers over sellers

Question 24

Which of the following actions best demonstrates ethical conduct in real estate transactions?

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Maintaining accurate written records of all interactions and agreements

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Pressuring clients to make hasty decisions

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Relying solely on verbal commitments

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Ignoring potential conflicts of interest

Question 25

The Code of Ethics for Real Estate Professionals is founded upon which core principle?

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Honesty and integrity

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Profitability and personal gain

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Convenience and accessibility

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Efficiency and convenience

Question 26

According to the Code of Ethics, real estate professionals are ethically bound to:

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Act as fiduciaries, prioritizing their clients' best interests

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Engage in unethical marketing practices to attract clients

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Disregard industry regulations and guidelines

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Pursue their own financial gain above all else

Question 27

The Code of Ethics includes provisions that promote:

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Fair and equitable housing practices for all individuals

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Unfair competition and discriminatory practices

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Misrepresentation of property conditions to increase sales

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Discrimination against protected classes, such as race or gender

Question 28

Under the Code of Ethics, real estate professionals have an ethical obligation to:

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Maintain the confidentiality of client information

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Use confidential information to gain a personal advantage

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Reveal all client information to third parties without their consent

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Ignore client instructions regarding the privacy of their personal data

Question 29

The Code of Ethics emphasizes the significance of:

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Transparency and accuracy in all communications with clients

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Incomplete disclosure of material facts

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Exaggerated claims and misleading statements

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Deception and misrepresentation of information

Question 30

Real estate professionals who violate the Code of Ethics may face:

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Disciplinary action, including fines, suspension, or revocation of their license

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No consequences for their unethical behavior

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Increased commissions and financial rewards

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Public recognition and awards for their ethical conduct

Question 31

The Code of Ethics is regularly reviewed and updated by:

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The National Association of Realtors (NAR)

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The American Real Estate Association (AREA)

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The National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB)

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The International Real Estate Federation (FIABCI)

Question 32

A fundamental responsibility of real estate professionals under the Code of Ethics is to:

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Uphold the public interest and protect consumers in real estate transactions

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Engage in misleading advertising to attract clients

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Disregard industry regulations and ethical guidelines

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Maximize their personal profit at the expense of others

Question 33

According to the Code of Ethics for Real Estate Professionals, which of the following is a primary obligation?

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To uphold the principles of honesty, integrity, and fairness

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To avoid conflicts of interest at all costs

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To prioritize personal gain above all else

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To follow the instructions of a supervising broker without question

Question 34

Which fundamental principle of the Code of Ethics for Real Estate Professionals requires professionals to act in a transparent and impartial manner?

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Honesty

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Competence

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Confidentiality

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Loyalty

Question 35

Under the Code of Ethics for Real Estate Professionals, what is the paramount duty of a real estate agent?

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To prioritize the best interests of their clients

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To maximize their own financial gain

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To strictly adhere to the instructions of their brokerage firm

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To avoid any and all potential conflicts of interest

Question 36

Which specific regulation outlined in the Code of Ethics for Real Estate Professionals mandates the disclosure of material facts about a property?

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Disclosure of all known material facts to potential buyers and sellers

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Prohibition of dual agency representation

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Limitation of commission rates to a specific percentage

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Requirement for written contracts in real estate transactions

Question 37

What is the primary purpose of the Code of Ethics for Real Estate Professionals?

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To establish ethical standards and protect the public interest

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To regulate competition within the real estate industry

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To provide a legal framework for real estate transactions

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To restrict the number of individuals practicing real estate

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of violating the Code of Ethics for Real Estate Professionals?

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Receiving a promotion

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Losing their real estate license

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Facing legal prosecution

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Damaging their professional reputation

Question 39

According to the Code of Ethics, when is it permissible to disclose confidential information about a client?

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When required by law or with the client's informed consent

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To gain an advantage in a transaction

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To protect the agent's own interests

Question 40

What is the primary purpose of the Code of Ethics for Real Estate Professionals?

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To protect the public's interests and promote ethical conduct in real estate transactions

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To ensure agents make a profit

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To assist real estate professionals with legal compliance

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To discourage competition among agents

Question 41

Which of the following is considered a material fact that must be disclosed under the Code of Ethics?

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A property's history of flooding or other natural disasters

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The seller's reason for selling

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The agent's commission

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The buyer's financial qualifications

Question 42

What should a real estate agent do when they have a conflict of interest?

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Disclose the conflict to all parties involved and obtain their informed consent

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Withdraw from the transaction

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Proceed with the transaction without disclosure

Question 43

Which of the following actions would violate the Code of Ethics for Real Estate Professionals?

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Misrepresenting or withholding material information about a property

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Advising a client on tax implications

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Marketing a property to potential buyers

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Negotiating a fair price for a client

Question 44

According to the Code of Ethics, real estate professionals have a duty to:

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Promote fairness, protect the public's interests, and adhere to the law

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Maintain their professional reputation

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Maximize their commission

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Avoid any potential liability

Question 45

Who is the primary beneficiary of the Code of Ethics for Real Estate Professionals?

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The public

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Real estate agents

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Government agencies

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Homebuyers and sellers

Question 46

Which of the following scenarios would require a real estate agent to disclose a material fact about a property?

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The property has a history of flooding or other natural disasters

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The property is being sold at a below-market price

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The property is located in a desirable neighborhood

Question 47

A fiduciary duty is defined as:

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A legal obligation to act исключительно in the best interests of another party.

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An obligation to avoid conflicts of interest.

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A requirement to disclose material facts even when not asked.

Question 48

In the event of a conflict of interest, real estate professionals should:

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Disclose the conflict to all parties involved.

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Ignore the conflict and proceed.

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Avoid the transaction altogether.

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Seek legal advice.

Question 49

Which of the following is NOT required to be disclosed under the Code of Ethics?

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Personal income

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Real estate licenses and disciplinary actions

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Financial interest in the property

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Criminal convictions

Question 50

What is the primary purpose of the Real Estate License Law?

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To regulate the real estate industry and safeguard the public.

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To provide training and continuing education opportunities for real estate professionals.

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To define professional standards and guidelines for real estate agents.

Question 51

Which action is considered unethical under the Code of Ethics for Real Estate Professionals?

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Misrepresenting the condition of a property.

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Providing accurate disclosures of known property issues.

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Negotiating a fair price for a client.