Fair HousingIntermediateCalifornia Exam

The Civil Rights Act of 1866 prohibits discrimination in property transactions based on:

ARace and color onlyCorrect
BRace, color, sex, and religion
CAll seven federal protected classes
DNational origin and ancestry

Why Race and color only Is Correct

Answer A: Race and color only

The Civil Rights Act of 1866 prohibits racial discrimination in the sale and lease of all property. This law has no exemptions and covers race and race-related characteristics (color, ancestry).

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.

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