According to the article, in an orthodox Jewish community, sale prices of houses that are closer to a synagogue would be expected to be:

• A. Higher
• B. Lower
• C. The same
• D. Uncertain

Answer: (A)

When a property sits in a neighborhood where a religious community places high importance on being near places of worship, the proximity to a synagogue becomes a valuable amenity. For Orthodox Jewish residents, living closer to the synagogue makes attendance easier, supports participation in religious and community activities, and reduces travel time on holy days. That heightened desirability among buyers who want to be near worship and community life increases demand for homes near the synagogue, which bids up prices. So the sale prices for houses closer to the synagogue are expected to be higher.