A salesperson negotiated the sale of a house for a builder. Because the house had been on the market for a long time, the builder offered to give the salesperson a television as a bonus. Which of the following is true about this situation?

A. The salesperson can accept the bonus only if he notifies the purchaser.
B. The salesperson can accept the bonus only with the knowledge and consent of the broker holding the license.
C. Because the value of the bonus is nominal, the salesperson can accept it without notifying anyone.
D. The salesperson cannot accept the bonus under any circumstances because that would be an unfair trade practice.

Answer: B. The salesperson can accept the bonus only with the knowledge and consent of the broker holding the license.