Sam Bought a House for $200,000

question 17

Multiple Choice

Sam bought a house for $200,000. He spent $50,000 to add a room. He sold the house for $260,000.

• A)his basis is $150,000
• B)the appreciation is $50,000
• C)the appreciation is $60,000

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Pareto Optimality

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Labor Force

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