Fair Housing
A West Virginia rental agent who asks applicants about their country of birth is:
AConducting appropriate background screening
BPotentially violating fair housing law by inquiring about national origin, a protected class✓ Correct
CComplying with immigration verification requirements
DWithin their rights since citizenship status is a legitimate rental criterion
Explanation
Inquiring about national origin (country of birth) may constitute discrimination under the Fair Housing Act. While verifying legal right to reside in the U.S. may be permissible, asking specifically about country of birth can be evidence of national origin discrimination.
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