A private integrated club refused to rent one of its condos to a minority family. The club explained that it did not rent the condos to the public since the condos were for members only. Is the club in violation of the federal Fair Housing Act, and if so, how?

This choice is incorrect because the Fair Housing Act does allow for certain exemptions, including those applicable to private clubs. The assertion that there are no exceptions when race is involved overlooks the specific provisions that permit private clubs to limit access based on membership.

While it is true that having minority members could complicate claims of exclusion, the presence of minority members does not negate the club's status as a private entity. Therefore, this choice misinterprets the exemption criteria under the Fair Housing Act, which still applies to private clubs regardless of the racial composition of their membership.

This statement is misleading because it suggests that being integrated allows for racial discrimination, which contradicts the principles of the Fair Housing Act. Private clubs can restrict rentals to members, but this does not mean they can legally discriminate based on race; rather, they must adhere to the laws governing fair housing, which seek to eliminate such discrimination.