Fair Housing
Under New York law, a 'testers' program—where trained individuals pose as renters or buyers to check for fair housing compliance—is used by:
AThe DOS only
BFair housing organizations and government agencies to detect and document discriminatory practices✓ Correct
CPrivate mortgage lenders
DReal estate boards
Explanation
Testers (individuals who pose as prospective renters or buyers) are used by fair housing organizations and government agencies (including HUD and NYC Commission on Human Rights) to investigate and document housing discrimination.
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