Real Estate Math
A rectangular Minnesota parcel is 300 feet wide and 450 feet deep. How many acres is this parcel?
A2.07 acres
B3.10 acres✓ Correct
C1.55 acres
D4.13 acres
Explanation
Area = 300 ft x 450 ft = 135,000 sq ft. Acres = 135,000 / 43,560 = 3.099 which is approximately 3.10 acres. Remember: 1 acre = 43,560 square feet. This calculation is common in Minnesota agricultural and residential land transactions.
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