Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation (150–250 words):

The federal Fair Housing Act (Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968) prohibits housing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, or disability. While the Act contains limited exemptions for private clubs and religious organizations, no exemption applies when race is involved.

Therefore, even if the club limits occupancy to members, it cannot refuse to rent based on race. Race discrimination is always illegal, regardless of ownership type or membership restrictions.

B is incorrect: minority membership status does not determine exemption.

C is false: no private club exemption allows racial discrimination.

D misstates the exemption; private clubs may limit lodging to members, but not on the basis of race.

Thus, the correct answer is A: when race is involved, no exemptions apply.