Real Estate Math
A rectangular commercial lot measures 200 feet × 350 feet. How many acres does it contain (1 acre = 43,560 sq ft)?
A1.40 acres
B1.61 acres✓ Correct
C1.84 acres
D2.00 acres
Explanation
Area = 200 × 350 = 70,000 sq ft. Acres = 70,000 ÷ 43,560 ≈ 1.61 acres. Remember: 1 acre = 43,560 square feet. Multiply or divide as needed to convert between units.. The correct answer is 1.61 acres.. This is a common calculation on the Louisiana real estate exam.
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