Property Valuation
An Arizona appraiser who finds that the subject property has superior lot size compared to a comparable sale will make a(n):
AUpward adjustment to the comparable's price✓ Correct
BDownward adjustment to the comparable's price
CNo adjustment since lot size is not adjustable
DUpward adjustment to the subject's estimated value
Explanation
If the subject has a superior feature (larger lot) compared to the comparable, the appraiser adjusts the comparable's price upward (positive adjustment) to make it simulate the subject's superior characteristic.
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