Real Estate Math
A West Virginia home has 1,800 square feet on two floors. The lower floor is 900 square feet. The upper floor has a room 30 feet x 15 feet and another room 15 feet x 15 feet. What is the total square footage?
A1,575 sq ft
B1,800 sq ft✓ Correct
C1,339 sq ft
D1,350 sq ft
Explanation
Lower floor = 900 sq ft. Upper floor: 30x15 = 450 + 15x15 = 225.
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