Property & OwnershipQuestion 96 of 120
A lender's illegal refusal to make loans in certain neighborhoods based on their racial or ethnic composition is called:
a.Redlining
b.Steering
c.Puffing
d.Subordination
Explanation
Redlining is the discriminatory denial of loans or insurance in specific areas based on the makeup of the residents rather than the applicant's qualifications. It is a violation of fair housing and fair lending laws.
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