Property Valuation
An appraiser in Albuquerque applies a downward adjustment to a comparable sale because the comparable has a view of the Sandia Mountains but the subject property does not. This is because:
AViews are never considered in appraisals
BThe comparable is superior to the subject; adjustment brings the comparable down to subject level✓ Correct
CThe subject is inferior so its value is increased
DMountain views always reduce property value
Explanation
When the comparable is superior to the subject (has a mountain view the subject lacks), the appraiser makes a negative (downward) adjustment to the comparable's sale price to reflect the subject's lesser characteristics.
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