Section 7: Unit 3 Practice Exam

If a salesperson paints a negative picture of a property for a certain class of potential buyers, could that be construed as discrimination? It could, but only if it's recognized as such Not only could it be construed as discrimination—it is discrimination. Not really. These things can be very subjective. No way

Not only could it be construed as discrimination—it is discrimination.

Which of the following actions would NOT be considered a violation of Michigan's Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act? Excluding accessible entrances and common areas in a new multi-family dwelling with five ground-floor units. Implying in a listing advertisement that a property is more appropriate for persons without a disability. Refusing to allow a person with a disability to make reasonable modifications deemed necessary for full enjoyment of the property at his own expense. Requiring that a person with a disability who made reasonable modification to the property restore it to its original condition (excluding normal wear and tear).

Requiring that a person with a disability who made reasonable modification to the property restore it to its original condition (excluding normal wear and tear).

Which of the following is an example of discrimination? Not allowing a suspected drug offender to rent a unit Offering a family of seven a roomier three-bedroom apartment on a corner Providing physically impaired individuals with parking spots near their dwelling units Restricting families with children to a certain area of a building or complex

Restricting families with children to a certain area of a building or complex

Which of the following rentals must follow Michigan's Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act? Arthur has owned and lived in his home for the last five years while renting out one of the rooms. Corey owns a duplex. He lives in one unit, and the other is rented out. Samantha owns a duplex and rents out both units to individuals who aren't related to her. Sean owns a single-family home that his father lives in. The basement, which includes a bedroom, bathroom, and kitchenette, is rented out.

Samantha owns a duplex and rents out both units to individuals who aren't related to her.

A building manager refused to grant an exception to a resident with a physical disability who used a service dog. The resident asked for a reserved parking space closer to his unit for easier access. Is this a violation, and if so, what type? Does not violate fair housing Violates animal rights Violates fair housing Violates HOA rules

Violates fair housing

According to fair housing laws, the protected class of familial status refers, in part, to those with children, who are defined as anyone under the age of ______. 13 17 18 21

18

Which of these is a good strategy for a real estate professional who wants to avoid being asked to violate fair housing laws? Ask your clients to complete training on fair housing laws. Let consumers know up front that you adhere to fair housing laws. Only work with clients who are the same race, religion, and national origin as you. Test clients on their knowledge of protected classes.

Let consumers know up front that you adhere to fair housing laws.

Along with filing a civil lawsuit in circuit court and filing a local complaint with the commission on human relations, where else can someone in Michigan file a complaint of discrimination? Federal court Their state senator The Michigan Civil Rights Commission The Michigan state supreme court

The Michigan Civil Rights Commission