Real Estate Math
An agent in South Carolina earns 2.8% commission on a sale. If the commission is $7,420, what was the sale price?
A$245,000
B$257,500
C$265,000✓ Correct
D$275,000
Explanation
Sale Price = Commission ÷ Commission Rate = $7,420 ÷ 0.028 = $265,000. To solve this, multiply the relevant values: $7,420, at 2.8%.. The correct answer is $265,000.. This is a common calculation on the South Carolina real estate exam.
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