Property Valuation
When appraisers make adjustments in the sales comparison approach, they add to the comparable when the comparable is:
ASuperior to the subject
BInferior to the subject in that feature✓ Correct
CEqual to the subject
DLarger than the subject
Explanation
When a comparable is inferior to the subject in a specific feature, an upward adjustment is added to the comparable's price to equalize it with the subject. If the comparable is superior, a downward adjustment is made.
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