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A Wyoming property's legal description using the government rectangular survey system is 'Section 10, Township 2 South, Range 7 East.' Each township contains:
A36 sections, each containing 640 acres✓ Correct
B36 sections, each containing 1,280 acres
C6 sections, each containing 640 acres
D36 sections, each containing 160 acres
Explanation
Each township in the government rectangular survey system contains 36 sections, and each section contains 640 acres (one square mile). A township is 6 miles × 6 miles = 36 square miles, divided into 36 sections.
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Key Terms to Know
Deed
A written legal instrument used to transfer ownership of real property from one party (grantor) to another (grantee).
EasementA non-possessory right to use another person's land for a specific purpose.
EncumbranceAny claim, lien, charge, or liability attached to real property that affects its value or limits its use.
LienA financial claim against a property that serves as security for a debt or obligation, giving the creditor the right to foreclose if unpaid.
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