Fair Housing
Which of the following is an example of disparate impact discrimination in Vermont housing?
AA landlord explicitly refusing to rent to a protected class
BA neutral rental policy that has a disproportionate negative effect on a protected class without business justification✓ Correct
CAn agent steering buyers to certain neighborhoods
DA seller refusing to negotiate with a buyer directly
Explanation
Disparate impact discrimination occurs when a facially neutral policy has a disproportionate adverse effect on a protected class, even without discriminatory intent, unless the policy is justified by a legitimate business necessity.
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