Fair HousingIntermediateDelaware Exam

What is 'quid pro quo' sexual harassment in the housing context?

ASimply harassment that requires a direct exchange of money between the parties in a housing transaction, as is typically expected in this situation
BWhen a housing provider conditions housing benefits (applications approved, rent forgiven, repairs made) on submission to unwanted sexual advancesCorrect
CWhen a housing provider harasses a tenant about their lease terms
DHarassment involving disputes over housing payments

Why When a housing provider conditions housing benefits (applications approved, rent forgiven, repairs made) on submission to unwanted sexual advances Is Correct

Answer B: When a housing provider conditions housing benefits (applications approved, rent forgiven, repairs made) on submission to unwanted sexual advances

Quid pro quo ('this for that') sexual harassment in housing occurs when a landlord, property manager, or other housing provider makes housing benefits (favorable lease terms, maintenance, approval) contingent on sexual favors. It is an explicit violation of the Fair Housing Act under HUD's harassment rule.

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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