Fair Housing
An Oklahoma housing provider who requires only applicants of a certain national origin to submit additional documentation not required of other applicants is:
AExercising reasonable due diligence
BApplying discriminatory screening procedures based on national origin in violation of the Fair Housing Act✓ Correct
CComplying with post-9/11 security requirements
DFollowing mortgage lender requirements
Explanation
Requiring additional documentation from applicants based on their national origin (or perceived national origin) is illegal discrimination under the Fair Housing Act. Screening criteria must be applied consistently to all applicants regardless of national origin.
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