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The appraisal principle of substitution holds that a prudent buyer will pay no more for a property than the cost of acquiring an equally desirable substitute. Which of the following best describes this principle?

Correct Answer

A) A buyer will pay no more for a property than the price of an equally desirable substitute

The principle of substitution states that a rational, informed buyer will pay no more for a property than the cost of acquiring an equally desirable and available substitute property. This principle underlies all three approaches to value used in appraisal. The other options describe the principles of contribution (B), progression (C), and anticipation (D).

Answer Options
A
A buyer will pay no more for a property than the price of an equally desirable substitute
B
The value of a component is measured by how much it adds to the whole property's value
C
A lower-priced property's value is enhanced by proximity to higher-priced properties
D
Value is influenced by the expectation of future benefits from owning the property

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