Ikito Had a Bad Year

question 76

Multiple Choice

Ikito had a bad year. In 2017, his home was broken into and his TV, DVD, VCR and computer were all stolen. The properties had a basis of $15,000 and a current fair market value of $9,000. Later that year, his car was hit by a garbage truck. It cost Ikito $9,000 to have the car repaired. Ikito didn't believe in insurance, so he received no reimbursements. In addition, the garbage company filed for bankruptcy after the accident. How much may Ikito deduct as an itemized deduction in 2017 if his AGI is $68,000?

• A) $18,000
• B) $17,800
• C) $11,000
• D) $10,200

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Definitions:

Not-invented-here Bias

A form of bias where individuals or organizations prefer internally developed products or ideas over external solutions.

Rational Decision-making Model

A systematic, step-by-step approach to decision making that aims to make logically sound decisions by carefully considering all available information and potential outcomes.

Not-invented-here Bias

The tendency to dismiss or not value products, research, standards, or knowledge because they originate from an external source.

Satisficing

A decision-making strategy that aims for a satisfactory or adequate outcome, rather than the optimal solution, especially under conditions of uncertainty or limited resources.