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Which of the following correctly identifies the three types of depreciation recognized in real estate appraisal?

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A) Physical deterioration, functional obsolescence, and external obsolescence

The three types of depreciation in real estate appraisal are: (1) Physical deterioration — loss in value due to wear and tear, deferred maintenance, or aging of the structure; (2) Functional obsolescence — loss in value due to outdated or inadequate features, such as an outdated floor plan or obsolete fixtures; and (3) External (economic) obsolescence — loss in value caused by factors outside the property, such as a nearby highway, environmental hazard, or declining neighborhood. Physical deterioration and functional obsolescence may be curable or incurable, while external obsolescence is typically incurable.

Answer Options
A
Physical deterioration, functional obsolescence, and external obsolescence
B
Interior depreciation, exterior depreciation, and structural depreciation
C
Normal depreciation, accelerated depreciation, and bonus depreciation
D
Short-term depreciation, long-term depreciation, and permanent depreciation

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Related Topics:

cost approachcurable vs. incurable depreciationfunctional obsolescencephysical deteriorationexternal obsolescence

Key Terms:

physical deteriorationfunctional obsolescenceexternal obsolescenceaccrued depreciationcost approachcurable incurable
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