Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, which of the following persons with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation from a landlord?
AOnly persons with physical mobility impairments
BAny person with a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity✓ Correct
COnly persons who are legally blind or deaf
DPersons with disabilities caused by current illegal drug use
Explanation
The Fair Housing Act protects persons with physical or mental impairments that substantially limit a major life activity. Current illegal drug users are not protected, but persons with disabilities including mental illness are covered.
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