Fair Housing
A Mississippi seller refuses to sell their home to a buyer because the buyer is Muslim. The seller argues their religious beliefs allow them to discriminate. Under the Fair Housing Act:
AReligious beliefs provide a valid exemption from fair housing compliance for private sellers
BThe seller's religious beliefs do not provide an exemption; religion is a protected class and this refusal is illegal✓ Correct
CThe exemption applies if the seller does not use a broker
DThe exemption applies if the seller owns fewer than four properties
Explanation
Religion (along with national origin) is among the protected classes in the Fair Housing Act. A seller cannot refuse to sell based on a buyer's religion.
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