In Evaluating Your Credit Application, a Lender May

question 176

Multiple Choice

In evaluating your credit application, a lender may:

• A) ask your age.
• B) want to know if you are on public assistance.
• C) require your marriage certificate.
• D) ask if you are married or divorced.
• E) ask your race and nationality.

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Definitions:

Legal Counsel

Refers to a lawyer or team of lawyers providing legal advice and representation to an individual, organization, or entity.

Police

Governmental authorized officials responsible for maintaining public order and safety, enforcing laws, and preventing, detecting, and investigating crimes.

PATRIOT Act

Legislation enacted by the U.S. Congress in 2001 to enhance law enforcement investigatory tools and powers in response to the terrorist attacks of September 11, aiming to improve homeland security.

Roving Wiretaps

Surveillance technique that allows law enforcement agencies to monitor communications of a suspect across multiple devices without specifying the device upfront.