Fair Housing
A landlord in New Hampshire asks prospective tenants 'Do you have any children?' on an application. This question:
AIs acceptable as standard practice
BMay violate fair housing law as it relates to familial status✓ Correct
CIs required by NH law to assess unit size needs
DIs only problematic if the landlord actually denies the application
Explanation
Asking about children on a rental application is problematic because it indicates inquiry into familial status, a protected class. Even if no discriminatory action follows, the question itself can suggest discriminatory intent.
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