Real Estate Math
A Kentucky home purchased for $150,000 is sold 5 years later for $195,000. What is the percentage increase in value?
A23%
B28%
C30%✓ Correct
D33%
Explanation
Percentage increase = (Gain ÷ Original Price) × 100 = ($45,000 ÷ $150,000) × 100 = 30%. Using the values given ($150,000, $195,000), apply the appropriate formula.. The correct answer is 30%.. This is a common calculation on the Kentucky real estate exam.
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