Asked by Michelle Stobaugh on Jul 14, 2024

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The net proceeds to the vendor of a house after payment of 4.8% real estate commission was $182,784.00. At what price did the house sell?

A) $192,000.00
B) $877,363.20
C) $191,557.63
D) $8773.63
E) $201,216.00

Real Estate Commission

The fee, typically a percentage of the sale price, paid to a real estate agent or broker for their services in selling a property.

  • Apply the concept of trade discounts to calculate future or past values.
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Alejandra PimentelJul 15, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The net proceeds are the amount the vendor receives after the real estate commission is deducted. To find the selling price, divide the net proceeds by (1 - commission rate). Here, $182,784.00 / (1 - 0.048) = $192,000.00.