Fair HousingIntermediateArizona Exam

A real estate advertisement in Arizona states 'Ideal for Christian families.' This advertisement:

AIs permissible because it is only expressing a preference
BViolates the Fair Housing Act's prohibition on advertising a preference based on religionCorrect
CIs permissible if the advertiser is also Christian
DViolates the Fair Housing Act only if the property is part of a larger development

Why Violates the Fair Housing Act's prohibition on advertising a preference based on religion Is Correct

Answer B: Violates the Fair Housing Act's prohibition on advertising a preference based on religion

Under the Fair Housing Act, advertising that expresses any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on a protected class — including religion — is prohibited regardless of intent.

Exam Tip: Fair Housing

Fair Housing questions test both federal (Fair Housing Act of 1968) and state-level protected classes. The federal protected classes are race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, and disability. Many states add additional protections.

Key Fair Housing Terms in This Question

People Also Study

Practice More Arizona Real Estate Questions

1,400+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.

Take the Free Arizona Quiz →