Fair Housing

Blockbusting in the context of fair housing law refers to:

ALarge-scale commercial zoning changes
BInducing homeowners to sell by making representations about minority groups moving into the neighborhood✓ Correct
CClustering affordable housing in specific neighborhoods
DUsing block grants for neighborhood redevelopment

Explanation

Blockbusting (panic selling) is the illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell their properties by making representations that minority groups are moving into the area—playing on racial fears to profit from rapid neighborhood turnover. It is prohibited under the Fair Housing Act.

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