Teri Pays the Following Interest Expenses During the Year

question 731

Multiple Choice

Teri pays the following interest expenses during the year: What is the amount of interest expense that can be deducted as an itemized deduction?

• A) $14,300
• B) $14,700
• C) $10,500
• D) $10,900

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