Although a home is listed for $170,000, the owner has told the licensee that she would accept any offer over $167,000. The licensee shows the home to a prospect, who says, "Will the owner take $168,000?" The licensee should reply in which of the following ways?

This statement suggests a possibility rather than a commitment to act on the lower offer. It does not clarify that the licensee will submit the offer, which can mislead the prospect about the owner's acceptance. The focus here should be on the actual action of submitting the offer rather than speculative outcomes.

This response oversteps the licensee's role by assuming the owner’s acceptance without prior confirmation. It may create false expectations for the prospect and could lead to misunderstandings about the negotiation process. The licensee cannot guarantee acceptance of an offer that hasn't yet been submitted.

While this statement acknowledges the listed price and the prospect's offer, it diverts attention from the immediate action needed—submitting the offer. Additionally, speculating about a potential price change may confuse the prospect and detract from the negotiation at hand.