Fair Housing
A landlord who refuses to rent to a prospective tenant because they use a wheelchair may be violating:
AOnly state building code requirements
BThe Fair Housing Act's prohibition on discrimination based on disability✓ Correct
CThe Americans with Disabilities Act but not the Fair Housing Act
DNo law, as this is a landlord's prerogative
Explanation
Disability is a protected class under the federal Fair Housing Act. Refusing to rent to someone because of a disability—including requiring the use of a wheelchair—is illegal housing discrimination.
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