Real Estate Math
A Connecticut seller wants to net $400,000 after paying a 5% commission. What must the selling price be?
A$420,000
B$421,053✓ Correct
C$440,000
D$444,444
Explanation
Selling price = Net desired ÷ (1 − Commission rate) = $400,000 ÷ 0.95 = $421,052.63, approximately $421,053.
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