Abe Aster Bought a New Split Level for $200,000

question 96

Multiple Choice

Abe Aster bought a new split level for $200,000. Abe put down 30%. Assuming a rate of 11 1/2% on a 30-year mortgage, Abe's monthly payment is (use the table in the handbook) :

• A)$1,423.80
• B)$1,387.40
• C)$1,367.80
• D)$1,982.00
• E)None of these

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