Making Offer on HomePath home

[John Moon]

Hello,

I made an offer that was 22,500 lower than what the asking price was. I signed the contract and gave it to my agent. He got back to me saying that the selling agent was appalled at the low offer and rejected.  He think they might accept an offer 15,000 lower than asking instead and thats what he suggests. 

I have 2 questions in this situation.

1) How do I know if my agent actually made the offer to the selling agent?

2) Does a rejection look like anything? 

Thanks for the help and insight! Just trying to learn.

John