Jennifer owns a construction company that builds custom houses. She hired Steve, an out-of-work contractor, as an agent to solicit new business. Steve was approached by Tiffany, a celebrity who wants to have a $3 million custom house built. Steve did not disclose this information to Jennifer because he wanted to take advantage of this opportunity himself. As such, Steve has: Group of answer choices acted within the scope of his agency. breached his duty of due care to Jennifer. acted unethically, but not in violation of his duties to Jennifer. breached his duty of loyalty to Jennifer.

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Jennifer owns a construction company that builds custom houses. She hired Steve, an out-of-work contractor, as an agent to solicit new business. Steve was approached by Tiffany, a celebrity who wants to have a $3 million custom house built. Steve did not disclose this information to Jennifer because he wanted to take advantage of this opportunity himself. As such, Steve has:
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acted within the scope of his agency.
breached his duty of due care to Jennifer.
acted unethically, but not in violation of his duties to Jennifer.
breached his duty of loyalty to Jennifer.
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