Real Estate Math
A Mississippi buyer purchases a home for $225,000 and makes a 10% down payment. The loan amount is:
A$20,000
B$202,500✓ Correct
C$200,000
D$225,000
Explanation
Down payment = $225,000 × 10% = $22,500. Loan amount = $225,000 − $22,500 = $202,500. To solve this, multiply the relevant values: $225,000 at 10%.. The correct answer is $202,500.. This is a common calculation on the Mississippi real estate exam.
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