In 2017, Amos Had AGI of $50,000

question 88

True/False

In 2017, Amos had AGI of $50,000. Amos also had a diamond ring stolen which cost $20,000 and was worth $17,000 at the time of the theft. He itemized deductions on last year's tax return. In 2018, Amos recovered $17,000 from the insurance company. Therefore, he must include $11,900 in gross income on the tax return for the current year.

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