​In a Certain Development, the Houses Sell for $250,000

question 19

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​In a certain development, the houses sell for $250,000. They are located on both sides of a street which is the boundary line between Amber City and Bradley City. Amber City assesses at 40% of market value and has a tax rate of $3.60 per $100. Bradley City assesses at 50% of market value and has a tax rate of $2.98 per $100. Determine which side of the street a buyer would have lower taxes, and by how much.

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