Real Estate Math
A Washington broker received a 6% commission on a sale and split it 60% listing / 40% selling. The listing broker retained $21,600. What was the sale price?
A$500,000
B$540,000
C$600,000✓ Correct
D$640,000
Explanation
Listing broker's share = Total commission × 60%. $21,600 = Total × 60%. Total = $21,600 ÷ 0.60 = $36,000. Sale price = $36,000 ÷ 6% = $600,000.
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