Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, which of the following rental practices is permissible?
ACharging a higher deposit for tenants with children
BRequiring all applicants to meet objective income and credit standards✓ Correct
CRefusing to accept Section 8 (Housing Choice Vouchers) in all cases
DAdvertising 'adults only' preferred
Explanation
Applying consistent, objective screening criteria (income verification, credit checks, rental history) to all applicants equally is permissible. Discriminatory standards or advertising based on protected classes are not.
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