Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, which of the following is a protected class?
ASexual orientation (federal)
BFamilial status✓ Correct
CSource of income
DMarital status
Explanation
Familial status is one of the seven federal protected classes under the Fair Housing Act. Sexual orientation, source of income, and marital status are not federal protected classes (though some states add these protections).
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