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A branch manager asks about a loan file because a loan officer wants different terms because of a protected applicant characteristic. What should happen?

Correct Answer

C) 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
Continue the activity because the borrower appears willing to proceed.
B
Ignore the consumer-protection issue unless the borrower complains.
C
Evaluate the file without prohibited-basis factors
D
Assume the Fairness in lending and prohibited basis condition is met because the borrower satisfied the separate credit underwriting requirement.

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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