Real Estate Math
A Louisiana property sold for $198,500. If this represents 115% of what the owner paid 5 years ago, what was the original purchase price?
A$172,609✓ Correct
B$167,500
C$180,000
D$175,000
Explanation
Original price = $198,500 ÷ 1.15 = $172,608.
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