Which of the following scenarios MOST clearly demonstrates 'willfulness' for criminal liability under the USA?

1. AAn agent unknowingly breaks the law due to poor record-keeping.
2. BAn agent makes a sale believing, but not confirming, that an exemption applies.
3. CAn agent sells unregistered securities after being told by compliance that such sales are illegal.✓ Correct answer
4. DAn agent's client misleads them, resulting in an accidental illegal sale.

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