Real Estate Math
A rectangular parcel measures 220 feet by 330 feet. How many acres does it contain? (1 acre = 43,560 sq ft)
A1.50 acres
B1.67 acres✓ Correct
C1.75 acres
D2.00 acres
Explanation
Area: 220 × 330 = 72,600 sq ft. Acres: 72,600 ÷ 43,560 = 1.666... ≈ 1.67 acres. Remember: 1 acre = 43,560 square feet. Multiply or divide as needed to convert between units.. The correct answer is 1.67 acres.. This is a common calculation on the Rhode Island real estate exam.
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