Real Estate Math
A rectangular Manhattan lot measures 25 feet wide by 100 feet deep. Its area in square feet is:
A2,500 sq ft✓ Correct
B250 sq ft
C1,250 sq ft
D3,000 sq ft
Explanation
Area = Width × Depth = 25 ft × 100 ft = 2,500 sq ft. Remember: 1 acre = 43,560 square feet. Multiply or divide as needed to convert between units.. The correct answer is 2,500 sq ft.. This is a common calculation on the New York real estate exam.
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