Shaun Is a Student Who Has Received an Academic Scholarship

question 101

Multiple Choice

Shaun is a student who has received an academic scholarship to State University. The scholarship paid $14,000 for tuition, $2,500 for fees, and $1,000 for books. In addition, Shaun's dormitory fees of $8,500 were paid by the University when he agreed as a condition of receiving the dormitory fees to counsel freshman on campus living. What amount must Shaun include in his gross income?

• A) $9,500
• B) $11,000
• C) $2,500
• D) $8,500
• E) Zero - None of these benefits is included in gross income.

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