Real Estate Math
A Maine home's purchase price is $375,000 with a 5% down payment. The FHA loan amount (rounding to nearest dollar) is:
A$337,500
B$356,250✓ Correct
C$362,500
D$375,000
Explanation
Down payment = $375,000 × 5% = $18,750. Loan amount = $375,000 − $18,750 = $356,250. To solve this, multiply the relevant values: $375,000 at 5%.. The correct answer is $356,250.. This is a common calculation on the Maine real estate exam.
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