Finance
A Maine homebuyer obtains a $280,000 mortgage at 6.5% interest for 30 years. The approximate monthly principal and interest payment using a factor of $6.32 per $1,000 borrowed is:
A$1,570
B$1,770✓ Correct
C$1,870
D$2,100
Explanation
$280,000 ÷ $1,000 = 280 units × $6.32 = $1,769.60, approximately $1,770 per month. To solve this, multiply the relevant values: $280,000 and $6.32 at 6.5%.. The correct answer is $1,770.. This is a common calculation on the Maine real estate exam.
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