As a Result of a Divorce,Matthew Pays Jasmine Alimony of $75,000

question 11

Multiple Choice

As a result of a divorce,Matthew pays Jasmine alimony of $75,000 in year one and $25,000 per year in subsequent years.How much is deductible by Matthew in year one?

• A)$25,000
• B)$35,000
• C)$40,000
• D)$75,000

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