Property ValuationIntermediateNorth Carolina Exam

In the cost approach, 'accrued depreciation' encompasses which of the following?

AOnly physical deterioration
BPhysical deterioration, functional obsolescence, and external obsolescenceCorrect
COnly functional and external obsolescence
DOnly depreciation claimed on federal income tax returns, under this approach

Why Physical deterioration, functional obsolescence, and external obsolescence Is Correct

Answer B: Physical deterioration, functional obsolescence, and external obsolescence

Accrued depreciation in the cost approach includes all forms of value loss: (1) physical deterioration (wear, tear, deferred maintenance), (2) functional obsolescence (outdated design/features), and (3) external/economic obsolescence (outside forces beyond the property).

Exam Tip: Property Valuation

Valuation questions focus on the three approaches to value: sales comparison, cost, and income. Know which approach is best for which property type. The income approach uses cap rate and NOI — memorize these formulas.

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