The federal odometer law states that it is unlawful to do all of the following except?

The federal odometer law is designed to prevent odometer tampering and ensure transparency in vehicle mileage. It specifically makes it unlawful to engage in certain activities related to odometers, such as disconnecting them or selling vehicles with non-functioning odometers.

The option that accurately reflects permissible conduct under the federal odometer law is the one that relates to operating a vehicle with the intent to defraud, knowing that the odometer is disconnected. While this action is indeed illegal under the law, it implies that if an individual operates the vehicle without the intent to defraud, it does not violate the law. The core focus of the law is on preventing dishonest practices concerning odometer readings.

In contrast, disconnecting an odometer, selling a vehicle with a broken odometer, and operating a vehicle while aware that the odometer is disconnected are all illegal actions under this law. Thus, the exception being questioned pertains specifically to the intent behind the operation of the vehicle and not simply the act of operating it.