Fair Housing
Disparate impact discrimination in housing refers to:
AIntentional discrimination against a protected class
BPolicies that appear neutral but disproportionately affect a protected class without business justification✓ Correct
CRefusing to rent to persons with disabilities
DAdvertising properties only in certain neighborhoods
Explanation
Disparate impact (unintentional discrimination) occurs when a facially neutral policy disproportionately harms members of a protected class without legitimate justification. Under HUD's disparate impact rule, such policies may violate the Fair Housing Act even without discriminatory intent.
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