Real Estate Math
How many square feet are in a rectangular parcel that is 1/4 mile wide and 1/4 mile deep?
A43,560 sq ft
B174,240 sq ft✓ Correct
C217,800 sq ft
D435,600 sq ft
Explanation
1/4 mile = 1,320 feet. Area = 1,320 × 1,320 = 1,742,400 sq ft. Area = 1,320 × 1,320 = 1,742,400 sq ft ÷ 43,560 = 40 acres. In square feet: 1,742,400 sq ft. The correct area is 1,742,400 sq ft for 1/4 × 1/4 mile = 40 acres.
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