License Law & RulesQuestion 45 of 120
The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing based on all of the following protected classes EXCEPT:
a.Occupation or profession
b.Race and color
c.Religion and national origin
d.Familial status and disability
Explanation
The federal Fair Housing Act protects seven classes: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, and disability. Occupation is not a federally protected class, though other laws or local ordinances may add protections. Licensees must avoid steering, blockbusting, and other discriminatory practices.
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