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A duplex in Sherbrooke is sold for $480,000. The brokerage contract stipulates a commission of 5% on the first $100,000 and 3% on the remainder. What is the total commission payable before taxes?

Calculations: (5% * $100,000) + (3% * ($480,000 - $100,000)) = $5,000 + (3% * $380,000) = $5,000 + $11,400 = $16,400. This is a basic commission calculation as

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Question: A duplex in Sherbrooke is sold for $480,000. The brokerage contract stipulates a commission of 5% on the first $100,000 and 3% on the remainder. What is the total commission payable before taxes?

Answer options: ✅ $17,400

  • $14,400
  • $19,000
  • $16,800

Correct answer: $17,400

Explanation: Calculations: (5% * $100,000) + (3% * ($480,000 - $100,000)) = $5,000 + (3% * $380,000) = $5,000 + $11,400 = $16,400. This is a basic commission calculation as described in the Brokerage Contract - Sale.

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