When a Broker Fell on Hard Times, He Stopped Paying

question 28

Multiple Choice

When a broker fell on hard times, he stopped paying his dues to NAR for two years. He still uses the REALTOR® designation in his advertising and on his business cards. Which of the following is true?

• A) NAR can do nothing
• B) The broker can be sued by NAR
• C) The broker can be disciplined by the Real Estate Commission
• D) The broker is a member for life, so he is free to use the REALTOR® designation

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Definitions:

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Craving

A powerful desire for something, often used in the context of addictive substances.

Withdrawal

A set of symptoms that occur upon the discontinuation or decrease in intake of a substance that has been used regularly or in psychological contexts, the process of becoming emotionally detached.

Alcohol Dependence

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