If a licensee advertises a property with a misleading square footage, what principle is violated?

• A. Advertising is not subject to accuracy requirements.
• B. Only price details must be accurate.
• C. The advertisement should include testimonials.
• D. It would be a misleading statement and violate advertising rules.

Answer: (D)

Truthful, non-deceptive advertising is required in real estate. Advertising a property with misleading square footage presents a factual claim about the home that can mislead buyers, which breaches advertising rules and professional standards. So describing it as a misleading statement that violates advertising rules best captures the principle. The other options misstate the scope of accuracy, or introduce elements (like testimonials) that aren’t the issue here.