Nate Sold Two Securities in 2019 Nate Has a 24% Marginal Tax Rate

question 82

Multiple Choice

Nate sold two securities in 2019: $$\begin{array} { | l | c | c | r | r | } \hline & \text { Purchased } & { \text { Sold } } & \text { Sales Price } &{ \text { Basis } } \\\hline \text { MASH } & 1 - 1 - 2018 & 5 - 10 - 2019 & \$ 12,000 & \$ 10,000 \\\hline \text { KMZ } & 12 - 2 - 2018 & 9 - 22 - 2019 & \$ 4,000 & \$ 5,000 \\\hline\end{array}$$ Nate has a 24% marginal tax rate.What is the additional tax resulting from the above sales?

• A)$150
• B)$240
• C)$60
• D)$300

Understand the lack of incentives for operational efficiency in the public sector and the factors contributing to it.

Recognize the predictable side effects of increased government activity, such as rent-seeking behavior.

Comprehend why elected representatives may prefer borrowing for financing current government programs.

Explain why producers tend to be better represented in lobbying efforts compared to consumers.

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Sales Forecast Approach

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