Fair Housing
A Nevada landlord refuses to rent to a family with children, claiming their apartment is 'too small' for children. This is most likely a violation of:
ANevada landlord-tenant law only
BThe Fair Housing Act's familial status protection✓ Correct
CNRED licensing regulations
DNo law, because the landlord has discretion
Explanation
Familial status under the Fair Housing Act protects families with children under 18. Refusing to rent based on the presence of children is illegal, regardless of the landlord's stated reason.
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