Property Valuation
When a Virginia appraiser makes a 'bracketing' adjustment in the sales comparison approach, they use comparables that are:
AAll superior to the subject
BBoth superior and inferior to the subject in the feature being adjusted✓ Correct
CAll from the same subdivision
DAll sold within 30 days
Explanation
Bracketing is a technique where appraisers use comparables both superior and inferior to the subject for a specific feature. This helps verify that the adjustment amount is reasonable.
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