Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, which statement about advertising is correct?
AIt is fine to note 'near Catholic church' in an advertisement
BAdvertisements may not express any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on protected class characteristics✓ Correct
CAdvertisers may use protected class terminology if phrased positively
DOnly commercial advertising is covered
Explanation
The Fair Housing Act prohibits any advertising that expresses a preference for or against any person based on a protected class. This includes not only explicit statements but also implied preferences through language, images, or descriptions.
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