Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, 'sexual harassment' in housing can take which form(s)?
AOnly quid pro quo harassment
BBoth quid pro quo (conditions on housing based on sexual demands) and hostile environment (pervasive unwelcome sexual conduct)✓ Correct
COnly hostile environment harassment
DNeither; sexual harassment is not covered by the Fair Housing Act
Explanation
The Fair Housing Act prohibits both forms of sexual harassment: quid pro quo (conditioning housing on sexual compliance) and hostile environment (pervasive unwelcome sexual conduct that interferes with housing). HUD has issued rules addressing both.
People Also Study
Related North Dakota Questions
- Under the Fair Housing Act, which of the following would constitute 'quid pro quo' sexual harassment?Fair Housing
- The North Dakota Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination based on which protected class not included in the federal Fair Housing Act?Fair Housing
- A North Dakota property owner who wants to rent only to college students (to take advantage of demand near a university) may be violating fair housing laws because:Fair Housing
- The Fair Housing Act exempts certain properties from its coverage. Which of the following is an exempt property?Fair Housing
Key Terms to Know
Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
SteeringAn illegal practice where a real estate agent directs buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
State-Specific Concepts
DRE Regulation
Study This Topic
Practice More North Dakota Real Estate Questions
1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.
Take the Free North Dakota Quiz →