Real Estate Math
An Iowa home appreciated from $160,000 to $192,000. What is the percentage of appreciation?
A15%
B18%
C20%✓ Correct
D25%
Explanation
Appreciation = ($192,000 − $160,000) ÷ $160,000 = $32,000 ÷ $160,000 = 0.20 = 20%. Using the values given ($160,000, $192,000), apply the appropriate formula.. The correct answer is 20%.. This is a common calculation on the Iowa real estate exam.
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