Real Estate Math
A Maine agent earns a 3% commission on the buyer's side of a $480,000 sale. The agent's broker pays the agent 55% of that commission. The agent earns:
A$7,920✓ Correct
B$8,580
C$7,500
D$9,200
Explanation
Buyer-side commission = $480,000 × 3% = $14,400. Agent's share = $14,400 × 55% = $7,920.
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