What is NOT a method of qualitative adjustment?

Cost benefit analysis is not a method of qualitative adjustment because it focuses on quantifying the financial implications of decisions rather than comparing qualitative aspects of properties or investments. Qualitative adjustments typically involve methods that assess and compare non-numerical factors, such as perceptions, preferences, or subjective qualities.

On the other hand, trend analysis, ranking analysis, and relative comparison are all methods that help appraisers evaluate and adjust qualitative aspects. Trend analysis looks at changes over time, ranking analysis organizes data based on certain qualitative criteria, and relative comparison evaluates properties against one another based on specific attributes. Each of these methods enhances the appraiser's ability to make informed decisions by understanding the qualities of the properties rather than just the financial metrics.