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An advertising approval raises a question about fair-lending controls. Which action should the branch supervisor recommend?

Correct Answer

A) Do not discourage applicants on a prohibited basis

Fair lending requires equal treatment and credit-related standards without prohibited-basis discrimination. The best answer is "Do not discourage applicants on a prohibited basis".

Answer Options
A
Do not discourage applicants on a prohibited basis
B
Continue the activity because the borrower appears willing to proceed.
C
Ignore the consumer-protection issue unless the borrower complains.
D
Document the issue later instead of correcting the compliance problem first.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Fair lending requires equal treatment and credit-related standards without prohibited-basis discrimination. The best answer is "Do not discourage applicants on a prohibited basis".

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