Buyer and comparable-sale evidence shows a residential market divides sharply at school-district lines, while crossing ZIP, county and census boundaries does not separate competing properties. Which boundary is most relevant on these facts?
Correct Answer
C) School district boundaries
Use the demonstrated competitive boundary in these facts. The same evidence shows postal, county and census lines do not divide substitutes here. School boundaries can affect markets but are not automatically the controlling boundary for every subject.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Use the demonstrated competitive boundary in these facts. The same evidence shows postal, county and census lines do not divide substitutes here. School boundaries can affect markets but are not automatically the controlling boundary for every subject.
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