Miela Had an Excellent Year as a Junior Auditor in 2018

question 233

Multiple Choice

Miela had an excellent year as a junior auditor in 2018, earning $97,000. She paid $37,000 for necessities such as mortgage, food, and clothing. Her state and federal income taxes totaled $24,000. What was her discretionary income?

• A) $36,000
• B) $60,000
• C) $73,000
• D) $97,000
• E) Not enough information is provided to calculate her discretionary income.

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