A material assumption affects the appraisal analysis, and omitting it would cause intended users to misunderstand the conclusion. What does SR 2-1 require?
Correct Answer
A) Clearly and accurately disclose the assumption and relevant limitations
A real-property appraisal report must be clear, accurate, nonmisleading, and sufficient for intended users to understand it properly, including accurate disclosure of assumptions and conditions used. The applicable report option and oral-report rules govern content, but oral delivery or client preference does not authorize misleading omission of a material premise. Developing equal detail for unused approaches is unrelated to this duty.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Option A is correct because SR 2-1(c) requires the report to clearly and accurately disclose all assumptions, extraordinary assumptions, hypothetical conditions, and limiting conditions used in the assignment. SR 2-1(b) also requires sufficient information for intended users to understand the report properly. A material assumption that affects the conclusion must be disclosed with its relevant limitations.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option B: Omit the assumption whenever the report is delivered orally
Option B says to omit the assumption whenever the report is delivered orally. Oral reports are still subject to SR 2-1, and oral delivery does not permit misleading omission of a material premise.
Option C: Keep it in a private workfile note, since users need not see it
Option C says to keep the assumption in a private workfile note because users need not see it. The workfile supports the report but does not replace disclosure; intended users must see material assumptions in the report.
Option D: Replace it with equal narrative coverage of each valuation approach
Option D says to replace it with equal narrative coverage of each valuation approach. Equal coverage of approaches has nothing to do with disclosing an assumption and does not satisfy SR 2-1(c).
If it matters, disclose it
Any assumption that shapes the conclusion belongs in the report where users can see it. A hidden premise produces a misleading report.
How to use: Use this when a question asks how to handle assumptions in reporting.
Exam Tip
SR 2-1 applies to oral and written reports; be cautious of choices that excuse disclosure based on report format.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- -Thinking oral reports are exempt from disclosure duties
- -Treating the workfile as a substitute for report disclosure
- -Burying a material assumption so users miss it
Concept Deep Dive
Analysis
This question tests SR 2-1 when a material assumption affects the analysis. The rule requires each report to contain sufficient information for intended users to understand it and to clearly and accurately disclose all assumptions, extraordinary assumptions, hypothetical conditions, and limiting conditions used. Omitting a material assumption would mislead users.
Background Knowledge
SR 2-1 applies to written and oral real property appraisal reports. Its three duties are to avoid misleading users, to provide sufficient information for understanding, and to disclose assumptions and conditions. Assumptions affect how users should interpret the value conclusion.
Real-World Application
An appraiser assumes a pending zoning variance will not be granted, and that premise shapes the highest and best use conclusion. The appraiser states the assumption clearly in the report so the client understands the value depends on it.
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