Peter Is Assessed $630 for Street Improvements in Front of His

question 78

Multiple Choice

Peter is assessed $630 for street improvements in front of his house.Which of the following statements is correct?

• A)Peter must deduct the assessment as a tax.
• B)Peter must reduce the property basis by $630.
• C)Peter must increase the property basis by $630.
• D)Peter can elect to deduct the $630 currently or increase the basis in the property.

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