Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, which of the following is an example of 'quid pro quo' sexual harassment in housing?
AA landlord who makes sexist jokes to tenants
BA landlord who offers reduced rent to a tenant in exchange for sexual favors✓ Correct
CA property manager who ignores maintenance requests
DA landlord who sets different lease terms for men vs. women
Explanation
Quid pro quo ('this for that') sexual harassment occurs when housing benefits or detriments are conditioned on the tenant or applicant's response to sexual advances. Offering reduced rent in exchange for sexual favors is a classic example of quid pro quo harassment, which violates the Fair Housing Act.
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