Tom Operates an Illegal Drug-Running Operation and Incurred the Following

question 19

Multiple Choice

Tom operates an illegal drug-running operation and incurred the following expenses: Which of the following amounts reduces his taxable income?

• A)$119,000.
• B)$160,000.
• C)$279,000.
• D)$324,000.
• E)None of these.

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