Perry Is in the 32% Tax Bracket

question 133

Multiple Choice

Perry is in the 32% tax bracket. During 2018, he had the following capital asset transactions:
Perry's tax consequences from these gains are as follows:

• A) (15% × $30,000) + (32% × $4,000).
• B) (15% × $10,000) + (28% × $30,000) + (32% × $4,000).
• C) (0% × $10,000) + (28% × $30,000) + (32% × $4,000).
• D) (15% × $40,000) + (32% × $4,000).
• E) None of these.

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