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A regulator exam preparation raises a question about fair-lending controls. Which action should the loan file reviewer recommend?

Correct Answer

B) Remove the protected-class or redlining factor

Fair lending requires equal treatment and credit-related standards without prohibited-basis discrimination. The best answer is "Remove the protected-class or redlining factor".

Answer Options
A
Continue the activity because the borrower appears willing to proceed.
B
Remove the protected-class or redlining factor
C
Ignore the consumer-protection issue unless the borrower complains.
D
Treat the ECOA Disparate Treatment review as complete because the file contains a related credit underwriting note.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Fair lending requires equal treatment and credit-related standards without prohibited-basis discrimination. The best answer is "Remove the protected-class or redlining factor".

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