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A licensed Iowa broker is training new salespersons on fair housing compliance. She explains that Iowa law protects more classes than the federal Fair Housing Act. Which of the following correctly identifies a complete set of protected classes that Iowa adds beyond the seven federal classes?

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A) Sexual orientation, gender identity, and creed

Iowa Code Chapter 216 adds sexual orientation, gender identity, and creed as protected classes in housing beyond the seven classes protected by the federal Fair Housing Act (race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, and familial status). Iowa was among the first states to codify sexual orientation and gender identity as housing protected classes.

Answer Options
A
Sexual orientation, gender identity, and creed
B
Sexual orientation, marital status, and age
C
Gender identity, ancestry, and veteran status
D
Creed, source of income, and national origin

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