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A borrower-facing employee is unsure what to do when a loan officer wants different terms because of a protected applicant characteristic. What is the correct response?

Correct Answer

A) Evaluate the file without prohibited-basis factors

Lines 250-254; 12 CFR 1002.4(a). Credit decisions and treatment must not turn on prohibited-basis factors. Therefore, the correct response is "Evaluate the file without prohibited-basis factors".

Answer Options
A
Evaluate the file without prohibited-basis factors
B
Proceed based only on borrower preference and document the file later.
C
Rely on sales practice rather than required verification, disclosure, or documentation.
D
Use a manager exception instead of the required federal mortgage rule.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Lines 250-254; 12 CFR 1002.4(a). Credit decisions and treatment must not turn on prohibited-basis factors. Therefore, the correct response is "Evaluate the file without prohibited-basis factors".

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