EstatePass
Transfer Of TitleLegal_descriptionsMEDIUM

Iowa uses the government rectangular survey system. How many acres are contained in one section?

Correct Answer

C) 640 acres

Under the government rectangular survey system, one section contains 640 acres. A township contains 36 sections. Iowa is surveyed using the 5th Principal Meridian. A half-section is 320 acres and a quarter-section is 160 acres.

Answer Options
A
160 acres
B
320 acres
C
640 acres
D
1,280 acres

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Sign up free to unlock full analysis

Why the Other Options Are Wrong

Sign up free to unlock full analysis

Deep Analysis of This Transfer Of Title Question

Sign up free to unlock full analysis

Background Knowledge for Transfer Of Title

Sign up free to unlock full analysis
Sign up free to unlock full analysis

Real World Application in Transfer Of Title

Sign up free to unlock full analysis

Common Mistakes to Avoid on Transfer Of Title Questions

Sign up free to unlock full analysis

Related Topics & Key Terms

Related Topics:

5th-Principal-Meridiantownshipquarter-sectionIowa-specific

Key Terms:

section640 acres5th Principal Meridianrectangular surveyIowa
Was this explanation helpful?

More Transfer Of Title Questions

People Also Study

Practice More Questions

Access 2,000+ practice questions and pass your real estate exam.

Start Practicing